On Monday, the Israeli Prime Minister headed to Washington to address Congress amid uncertainty at home and abroad.
His trip begins as protesters at home demanded a deal to free hostages before his departure, the IDF continuing its operations in Gaza, and a delegation returning on Thursday to the negotiation table to Free the captives.
Meanwhile, 81-year old President Joe Biden announced on Sunday he would not be seeking reelection.
Biden staunchly supported Israel early in the war but was critical of the operation in Rafah and the number of casualties reported by Hamas.
Netanyahu acknowledged his close ties with Biden and said before boarding the plane, “This will be an opportunity to thank him for the things he did for Israel in the war and during his long and distinguished career in public service as senator, vice president, and president.”
The Prime Minister said the trip to Washington is “an opportunity to discuss with him how to advance in the critical months ahead the goals that are important for both our countries — achieving the release of all our hostages, defeating Hamas, confronting the terror axis of Iran, and ensuring that all of Israel’s citizens can return safely to their homes in the north and the south.”
