Netanyahu and Putin in Common
By May 2025, two of the worldâs most scrutinized political leadersâBenjamin Netanyahu of Israel and Vladimir Putin of Russiaâcontinue to shape their nations and influence global affairs with remarkably parallel strategies. Despite their vastly different cultural, geographical, and historical backdrops, the political arcs of these two leaders converge in key areas such as authoritarianism, media control, nationalism, longevity in office, and strategic manipulation of democratic systems. This article explores how Netanyahu and Putin in common, in their own contexts, have come to reflect each otherâs governing styles, ideological justifications, and controversial decisions on the global stage.