Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing a critical juncture in his political career as internal pressure grows within his government to end the cease-fire with Hamas and resume military action in Gaza. The call to action comes from Israeli Minister of National Security Itamar Ben-Gvir, who issued an ultimatum on social media, threatening to dissolve the current coalition government if the war against Hamas is halted.

Negotiations are underway between officials from the U.S., Israel, and Qatar regarding a potential second extension of the current cease-fire with Hamas. The existing pause in fighting has lasted for six days, during which Israeli hostages were exchanged for Palestinian prisoners.

Prime Minister Netanyahu is confronting mounting pressure from international organizations, including the United States, to accept a long-term cease-fire agreement with Hamas. However, such an agreement would dash hopes of dismantling the terrorist organization and ending its control in Gaza, a goal the Israeli leader has repeatedly vowed to achieve.

The more aggressive elements within Netanyahu's government perceive the ongoing conflict as a crucial turning point. Minister Ben-Gvir highlighted this sentiment on social media, declaring, "Stopping the war = dissolution of the government."

Netanyahu had initially expressed a determination to completely destroy Hamas before agreeing to the current cease-fire. In an interview earlier this month with "Meet the Press" host Kristen Welker, the Prime Minister emphasized the need to eradicate Hamas for the sake of peace, security, and the future of Israel, Palestine, and the entire Middle East.

Should Israel opt for another extension of the cease-fire or pursue a more long-term truce agreement, Netanyahu's government could face collapse, potentially leading to early elections. Current polls indicate that the Prime Minister would likely be at a disadvantage in such a contest.

The tense situation in the Israeli government underscores the complexity and urgency of finding a resolution to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. As negotiations and discussions continue, the fate of the cease-fire and the stability of Netanyahu's leadership remain uncertain.