Israel-Hamas war: Embattled Netanyahu’s choice – Accept ceasefire deal or gamble on Rafah incursion

The Israeli leader, viewed as untrustworthy by many at home, must decide whether to accept the proposed peace deal and risk losing power or put his remaining credibility on the line by proceeding with the long-anticipated assault on Rafah. There are many in Israel who don’t believe Benjamin Netanyahu wants a new hostage deal, and they’re not just the families of those still being held in Gaza. Such is the scepticism with which Israel’s prime minister is now regarded, a growing number of Israelis are starting to think their embattled leader wants to string out the fighting as long as…