JAKARTA - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised and thanked the United States and President Joe Biden for the support given to his country since the Hamas-Israeli war broke out in Gaza last October 7.
Although he did not name names, PM Netanyahu's comments were made after Israel's far-right minister Itamar Ben-Gvir criticized President Biden, comparing him with Donald Trump.
"We really appreciate the support we have received from President Biden's Administration since the outbreak of the war," he said, citing arms shipments, support from international agencies, and deployment of US troops to the region.
"It doesn't mean we don't have any differences of opinion, but so far we have managed to overcome it with firm and considerationful decisions," he said.
PM Netanyahu further said there were people who said 'yes' to Washington's every request and received praise abroad, but endangered Israel's national security. However, there are also those who say no and receive praise at home but undermine Israel's core interests.
"I want to say based on my experience, the key is to know how to navigate. Say 'yes' if possible, say no when necessary," he said.
"I don't need help knowing how to direct our relationship with America and the international community, while defending our national interests," he exclaimed.
"As a sovereign country that struggles for its existence and future," he continued,
"We will make our own decisions, even in cases where there is no deal with America," said PM Netanyahu.
As previously reported, National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir strongly criticized the way the United States Government under Joe Biden handled the war in Gaza, accusing him of benefiting Hamas and arguing Israel would be better off dealing with Donald Trump.
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"Instead of giving us full support, (President Joe) Biden is busy providing humanitarian and fuel assistance, which is distributed to Hamas," said Ben Gvir.
It is known, since the Hamas group's aggressive attack on October 7, President Biden's Administration has accelerated the sale of hundreds of millions of dollars worth of ammunition to Israel, without conducting a Congressional review.
On the other hand, the White House also prompted Jerusalem to allow more aid to reach Gazans, reportedly considering the use of weapons supply as an influence to pressure Israel to reduce the number of casualties. the intensity of its operations in the Gaza Strip
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