Israel has 'no choice' but Rafah offensive, Netanyahu tells US members of Congress | CNN
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu believes victory in Gaza and targeting Hamas leadership are imminent, emphasizes bipartisan support and postponed Washington trip over US disagreements on Rafah.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu informed a group of US members of Congress that victory in Gaza and targeting Hamas’ top leadership are close. Netanyahu mentioned the importance of bipartisan support, citing the necessity of Israel’s move into Rafah. Disagreements over the upcoming incursion into Rafah have strained relations between Netanyahu and US President Joe Biden. Netanyahu recently cancelled a trip to Washington in response to a US abstention from a UN Security Council vote for an immediate Gaza ceasefire. US officials urged Israel to consider alternative options to prevent civilian harm in Rafah. Netanyahu agreed to reschedule the Israeli delegation’s visit to discuss the potential Rafah operation.