But Netanyahu and Israel in general are finally being forced to grapple with some of the real, long-term consequences of their actions. We need much more flexibility.”Investors thought Netanyahu was warning of imminent economic isolation, trade deals being cancelled, and divestment from Israel across the globe. There have already been some decisions in Europe to stop selling Israel military equipment. They have long dreamed of an Israel that can act independently of the United States, something which depends on Israel breaking away from its addiction to American military aid. An isolated Israel is a failed Israel, and Netanyahu knows it.