John Oliver Criticizes Netanyahu's Gaza Policies Amid Israel's Longest War

John Oliver dedicated a full segment of "Last Week Tonight" to criticizing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, focusing on his long tenure and controversial leadership. Oliver highlighted Netanyahu's alliance with extremist figures within the Israeli government and accused him of prolonging conflict and worsening the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, including depriving Gaza of essential resources and conducting airstrikes in several countries. He also discussed Netanyahu's efforts to maintain power, including moves to weaken Israel's Supreme Court and his historical corruption allegations. Oliver connected Netanyahu's political strategies to his close relationship with then-President Donald Trump, particularly regarding the Abraham Accords, which normalized relations between Israel and some Arab states while sidelining Palestinian interests. The segment emphasized the broader political consensus in Israel regarding occupation and Palestinian self-determination issues but suggested that Netanyahu's removal might alleviate some immediate suffering and bring hostages home. The coverage included a mix of humor and serious critique, while Oliver expressed hope for Netanyahu's political end amid ongoing conflict and international scrutiny.