Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US Vice President Kamala Harris met recently to discuss the ongoing conflict in Gaza and the hostage situation involving American citizens held by Hamas. The meeting comes at a critical time as negotiations for a ceasefire are underway.
Harris expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza while reaffirming the US's commitment to Israel's security. Her remarks included a call for a ceasefire that ensures both the safety of Israel and the release of hostages.
Netanyahu's reaction to Harris's public statements has been mixed, with Israeli officials indicating that they found her comments more critical than those made by President Biden during their discussions. This reflects the delicate balance Harris must maintain as a potential presidential candidate.
Hamas has accused Netanyahu of misleading the public regarding efforts to secure a hostage deal, claiming he has obstructed negotiations despite the involvement of mediators from Egypt and Qatar.
