Political Tension in Israel and the Middle East

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is arriving in Israel and the Middle East amidst political tension between Benny Gantz and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The Biden administration is suspected of backing a 'color revolution' to oust Netanyahu. Blinken is pushing for a U.S. proposal for a hostage deal with Hamas, despite Israel's skepticism.

International Politics and Health

Benny Gantz resigns from Israel's war cabinet after giving ultimatum to Prime Minister Netanyahu. European Parliament elections shake up France. Clinical trial testing anti-malaria drug for tick-borne disease begins. Narendra Modi sworn in for third term as India's Prime Minister. Mexico struggles with high number of disappearances.

Resignation of Benny Gantz from Israel's War Cabinet

Former defense minister Benny Gantz resigns from Israel's war cabinet, discussed by Nimrod Goren with NPR's Rob Schmitz.

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Benny Gantz quits war Cabinet after postwar plan for Palestinian enclave fails to materialize

Resignation of Benny Gantz from Israel's War Cabinet

Key member of Israel's war cabinet, Benny Gantz, resigns accusing Netanyahu of lack of strategy in dealing with Hamas in Gaza and prioritizing political survival over ending the war. Gantz calls for early elections in the fall.

Benny Gantz Resigns from Israeli Government

Benny Gantz, a key member of Israel's war cabinet and longtime rival of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, resigned from Netanyahu's government, citing a lack of progress in the conflict with Hamas in Gaza and growing discontent among the Israeli public.

Israeli Prime Minister's Key Rival Resigns from War Cabinet

Benny Gantz resigns from Israeli war Cabinet after postwar plan for Gaza fails to materialize, citing Netanyahu as obstacle to victory. Global condemnation of civilian death toll in Gaza war. Gantz calls for elections and criticizes Netanyahu for lack of plan. Netanyahu faces further isolation and relies on far-right support. U.N. orders Israel to halt offensive in Rafah. International Criminal Court seeks arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas leaders. Netanyahu claims Israeli military is the most moral army in the world. Far-right members threaten to dissolve government if Netanyahu agrees to proposal.

Rep. Nancy Mace's comments on President Biden's trip, Hamas cease-fire deal, and Benny Gantz's resignation

Rep. Nancy Mace discusses President Biden's trip to France, administration urging Hamas to accept a cease-fire deal with Israel, and expectations for the G-7 summit. Benny Gantz resigns from Benjamin Netanyahu's government over differences in strategy regarding hostages seized by Hamas.

Israeli Politics

Benny Gantz, an opposition leader in Israel, announced his departure from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, accusing Netanyahu of mishandling the war. This came after a successful Israeli operation to rescue hostages from Gaza. Gantz had joined the government in October for national unity during the war.

Israeli Politics

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is gaining popularity in Israel, out-polling main rival Benny Gantz. Pressure from Democrats in the United States and left-wing protests have not impacted his support. Netanyahu's policies on Hamas and the Palestinian state are key reasons for his increasing popularity.

Israeli Political Strains in Netanyahu's Government

Israeli war cabinet minister Benny Gantz's centrist party proposed a bill to dissolve parliament due to strains in Benjamin Netanyahu's government despite having enough lawmakers to stay in office. Netanyahu faced discontent after the Oct. 7 Hamas attack. Gantz issued an ultimatum demanding an agreement for the Gaza war, threatening to quit the coalition. Netanyahu's Likud party and allies still have a majority without Gantz.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Handling of Gaza Crisis

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing criticism from fellow war cabinet members for his handling of Gaza, with Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and former Defense Minister Benny Gantz demanding changes in policy. Netanyahu rejected their proposals, leading to increased public and international pressure on him. The International Criminal Court's prosecutor applied to issue arrest warrants for Netanyahu and others, and some Western states announced recognition of a Palestinian state. Netanyahu's refusal to accede to demands for steps leading to Palestinian statehood, including normalization with Saudi Arabia, has further diminished his public standing.

Visit of Trump Administration Officials to Israel

Former national security adviser Robert O'Brien and two other Trump administration officials visited Israel to meet with top Israeli government officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Benny Gantz, to show support and discuss the Abraham Accords. O'Brien criticized the ICC's move to seek arrest warrants for Netanyahu and a leader of Hamas, and disagreed with the Biden administration's decision to pause military aid to Israel.

Israeli Politics and Gaza Conflict

Benny Gantz threatens to resign from Israel's government if a new plan for the war in Gaza is not adopted, escalating a divide within the country's leadership.

U.S. Support for Israel and Political Shifts in Israel's Government

Fox News reports on U.S. support for Israel in the ongoing war with Hamas and the split in Israel's unity government, with Benny Gantz breaking up from Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing coalition partners.

Political Rivalry in Israel's War Cabinet

Political rivalry between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and centrist Benny Gantz has shaken Israel's war cabinet, highlighting deep divisions as international pressure mounts over the growing humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip.

Vice President Harris meeting with Israeli war cabinet member Benny Gantz

Vice President Harris meets with Israeli war cabinet member Benny Gantz to discuss the situation in Gaza, including the need for humanitarian aid and a potential hostage deal. Harris emphasizes the need for Israel to defend itself while expressing concern over the civilian casualties in Gaza.