Netanyahu Gives Fiery Defense of Israel’s War Against Hamas
- He calls on US to ‘fast-track’ weapons to the Israeli forces
- Dozens of Democrats boycott speech over civilian death toll
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Benjamin Netanyahu gave a fiery defense of Israel’s war against Hamas in a speech to the US Congress, inserting himself into a super-charged moment in American politics and mocking thousands of demonstrators outside protesting his handling of the conflict in Gaza.
The Israeli prime minister urged the US to fast-track military aid and dismissed concerns about the war’s mounting civilian death toll, saying his troops should be commended for their actions. In an hour-long address, he framed his nation’s fight as a battle against Hamas’ backer Iran, which he said wants to destroy the US as well.