As Iran regime change hopes fade, Netanyahu faces political test
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Netanyahu faces political pressure as hopes for Iran regime change fade despite bombing campaign.
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Israeli leaders claim their bombing campaign has transformed the Middle East in their favor as pressure mounts to end the conflict. Netanyahu faces growing political pressure amid fading hopes for regime change in Iran.
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