Netanyahu government leverages Islamophobia to restore Western standing

By August 21, 2026, Israel's government was strategically using anti-Muslim rhetoric to strengthen its position with Western allies, particularly the European far-right. The tactic aimed to shore up international support amid broader Middle East tensions.

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