Netanyahu's possible escalation before October 27
It is expected that the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will resort to a combination of security escalation and limited military operations in the Palestinian arenas in the coming weeks, ahead of the October 27 elections, in an attempt to boost his electoral prospects. Potential scenarios include a heightened electoral alert with targeted operations, an expansion of the aggression against the Gaza Strip, and escalation of tensions in the West Bank and Jerusalem, with high probabilities of increased friction if the situation with Al-Aqsa Mosque persists. Additionally, there could be broader confrontations in Lebanon and escalation against Iran, although these are considered less likely and less risky. The assessment confirms that Netanyahu does not legally have the right to postpone the elections, except if legally authorized through a special parliamentary majority, which faces constraints related to the US stance, the capacity of the military, reactions, and legal conditions. The main danger is seen as the potential escalation of Palestinian and Arab tensions resulting from this escalation, which could lead to a confrontation that becomes difficult to control in its aftermath.
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