The context discusses the recent discovery of the body of a missing Israeli teen in the West Bank, which led to violent clashes between Israeli settlers and Palestinians. Tensions have been high in the West Bank since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza in October 2023. Hamas has been trying to ignite other fronts in the West Bank to exert more pressure on Israel, resulting in over 460 Palestinian deaths since then. The killing of the Israeli teen has not yet been claimed by any group, and there is no immediate information on who was responsible. The international community has urged Israel to exercise restraint and avoid escalating the situation. The Israeli public's mood and the composition of the Israeli government are significant factors shaping Israel's response to Iran's attack. The war cabinet, consisting of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Netanyahu's rival Benny Gantz, prefers a more measured response. However, far-right figures in the security cabinet, such as National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, advocate for massive retaliation against Iran. The Israeli public values international and regional alliances over any benefits of striking Iran, and support for the war on Gaza remains strong. However, there is growing cynicism towards military leaders and the government, especially regarding the return of captives held in the Gaza Strip.
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