Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing scrutiny as he attempts to deflect responsibility for the October 7th Hamas attack, claiming he was a political victim. This effort coincides with his wife propagating a conspiracy theory surrounding the events. Despite these attempts, the invasion occurred during his leadership and under policies he established. Critics point to Netanyahu’s consistent funding of Hamas rule in Gaza as a contributing factor to the situation. The move is widely viewed as a desperate bid for reelection, attempting to distance himself from the devastating consequences of the attack. Ultimately, Netanyahu, who held ultimate authority, now seeks to avoid accountability for the events that transpired under his watch.