Benjamin Netanyahu Urges US to Stand with Israel Amid Gaza War Protests

• Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended Israel's actions in Gaza during a controversial address to the US Congress, which was boycotted by several Democratic politicians.
• Thousands of demonstrators near the US Capitol called for an end to US arms support for Israel, as Netanyahu vowed to achieve 'total victory' against Hamas.
• Netanyahu emphasized the need for US-Israel unity, stating that their enemies and victories are shared, while facing pressure to agree to a ceasefire.
• He outlined a postwar vision for a 'demilitarised and deradicalised Gaza' without reoccupation but with Israeli security control, though he was vague on governance.
• The speech strained US-Israel relations, with some Democrats boycotting and calling for a ceasefire, while Netanyahu praised former President Trump and thanked President Biden for longstanding support.

Source: Financial Times