As election approach, it is becoming harder to imagine Netanyahu convincing enough Israelis that he is still the man who can deliver security, status, or dignity.

Critics say PM Benjamin Netanyahu's Iran war strengthened Tehran, strained US ties, and left Israel weaker.

By Maayan Lubell and Angus McDowallJERUSALEM, June 17 (Reuters) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's hopes of clinging to power in an election this autumn have long been…