He is being pressured to let Hamas survive. Netanyahu knows that these terrorists must be destroyed if Israel is to achieve any degree of safety. Iran’s terrorists known as Hamas and the barbarians up north in Lebanon, known as Hezbollah, are attacking Israel daily. It is only when Israel responds that the fake news media of the west organizes to attack Israel, and not the terrorists.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans to send a delegation to Rome for negotiations aimed at ending the conflict between Israel and Hamas. The announcement came on Friday during Netanyahu’s visit to Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida. This visit followed discussions in Washington with US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris regarding ceasefire efforts.
Netanyahu Speaks to Congress. Harris Tells Him to Get a Ceasefire Done —
Addressing Congress this week, Netanyahu singled out Iran as a major threat. @VP Kamala Harris called for a ceasefire in Gaza, adding that she would not forget about Palestinians.https://t.co/2lilrWWGde
— WhoWhatWhy (@whowhatwhy) July 27, 2024
The Biden administration indicated that progress was being made in closing “gaps” between the US and Israel on the issue. However, Vice President Harris emphasized her concern for the situation in Gaza, stating she would “not be silent” about the “tragedy” and “suffering” of Gazan civilians. Harris called for an end to the war that would ensure Israel’s security, the release of all hostages, and the rights of Palestinians to freedom and self-determination.
Netanyahu responded by noting that Israeli negotiators would likely head to Rome “probably at the beginning of the week.” He acknowledged some progress in ceasefire discussions, attributing it to the military pressure exerted by Israel. However, he expressed concern that Harris’s comments might complicate the negotiations, suggesting that a united front between Israel and the US would expedite a resolution.
The conflict escalated when Hamas invaded southern Israel on October 7 of the previous year, resulting in over 1,200 deaths, primarily Israelis, and 251 hostages taken, many of whom remain in Gaza. The Hamas-run health ministry claims that more than 39,000 people have been killed in Gaza due to Israel’s military response.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu worked to mend ties with Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump on Friday and offered measured optimism about progress toward a cease-fire deal for Gaza.https://t.co/apKb6J1WJN
— PBS News (@NewsHour) July 27, 2024
In a related development, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court has requested arrest warrants for Netanyahu and several Hamas leaders on allegations of war crimes, charges that both parties deny.
The Rome talks represent the latest effort to broker a ceasefire and secure the release of hostages still held in Gaza. The United States is sending CIA Director Bill Burns to meet with representatives from Qatar, Egypt, and Israel, with discussions set to commence on Sunday.
Former President Trump, who was hosting Netanyahu, criticized Harris’s remarks as “disrespectful” to Israel. He reiterated his commitment to seeking peace if re-elected, emphasizing his administration’s strong support for Israel. Trump’s presidency saw significant shifts in US Middle East policy, including moving the US embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, withdrawing from an international agreement aimed at curbing Iran’s nuclear ambitions, and facilitating the “Abraham Accords” to normalize relations between Israel and its Arab neighbors.
Harris pressed Netanyahu for Gaza ceasefire, hostage deal at meeting https://t.co/EcXGnAX5lY
— william adams (@papadad913) July 27, 2024
The Trump administration also proposed a peace plan that recognized Jerusalem as Israel’s capital and extended Israeli sovereignty over parts of the occupied West Bank, a plan that was immediately rejected by the Palestinian Authority.
Key Points:
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu plans to send a delegation to Rome for peace talks with Hamas.
- US Vice President Kamala Harris called for an end to the conflict, emphasizing the need for Israel’s security and Palestinian rights.
- The conflict began with a Hamas attack on October 7, resulting in significant casualties and hostages.
- The International Criminal Court is seeking arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas leaders for alleged war crimes.
- Former President Trump criticized Harris’s comments and reiterated his support for Israel, highlighting his administration’s Middle East policies.
RM Tomi – Reprinted with permission of Whatfinger News
