Attacks targeting a US journalist and European diplomats in the occupied West Bank are emerging as a significant challenge for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of upcoming elections. His long-standing support for settlers is now being framed by political opponents as a weakness, with accusations of leniency towards “Jewish terrorism.” Even rivals spanning the political spectrum – Gadi Eisenkot, Yair Golan, and Naftali Bennett – have employed the term “Jewish terrorism” to describe the incidents, a label Netanyahu’s government typically rejects when originating from international sources. The timing of these attacks, just days before Israelis vote, amplifies the political ramifications for the Prime Minister. The incidents have forced a difficult conversation regarding settler violence and its potential impact on regional stability and international relations. The controversy now places Netanyahu on the defensive, potentially jeopardizing his bid for another term.