Israel's Prime Minister Addresses US Republican Senators Amidst Ongoing Gaza Conflict

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a virtual meeting of US Republican senators in Washington, D.C., where he updated them on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Netanyahu reaffirmed his government's commitment to continuing efforts to defeat Hamas and stated that the war would continue. Senate Minority Leader Jim Risch shared that they had requested an update from Netanyahu and received it regarding the military situation. However, Senator Chuck Schumer criticized Netanyahu, labeling him an "obstacle to peace" in the region.