President Joe Biden's comments on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's approach to the war against Hamas in Gaza

SOURCE npr.org
President Joe Biden believes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is hurting Israel more than helping with his approach to the war against Hamas in Gaza. Biden expressed support for Israel's right to pursue Hamas but criticized Netanyahu for the civilian casualties. He warned that Israel risks losing international support due to mounting casualties in Gaza.

Key Points

  • President Biden believes Netanyahu is hurting Israel by his approach to the war against Hamas.
  • Biden warns that Israel risks losing international support due to civilian casualties in Gaza.
  • Hamas has not agreed to a ceasefire deal proposed by the U.S. and its allies.

Pros

  • President Biden expresses support for Israel's right to pursue Hamas.

Cons

  • President Biden criticizes Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu for the civilian casualties in Gaza.
  • Hamas has balked at a ceasefire deal pushed by the U.S. and its allies.