Benjamin Netanyahu

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Benjamin Netanyahu Facing Crossroads: Ceasefire Deal or Government Power

Benjamin Netanyahu - Gaza ceasefire - Hamas - Israel - Joe Biden - US Congress

Netanyahu at a crucial point: Choose peace with Hamas or hold onto the government reins. Will he make the right decision?

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is currently facing a critical decision that could determine the future of his government. The proposed Gaza ceasefire deal, introduced by President Joe Biden, has put Netanyahu at a crossroads. On one hand, accepting the ceasefire would mean a chance for peace with Hamas. On the other hand, refusing it could lead to instability within his coalition.

The infighting within Netanyahu's coalition has escalated as the far-right finance minister threatens to oust him if he agrees to the US-backed ceasefire plan. President Biden's description of the ceasefire offer was disputed by Israeli officials, causing further tension and uncertainty. Netanyahu's remarks have also raised concerns about potential damage to the Gaza hostage-ceasefire deal.

Despite the challenges, Netanyahu remains optimistic about the peace process, stating that the hostage deal can progress even without full approval. The delicate balance between politics and diplomacy hangs in the balance as Netanyahu navigates through the turmoil within his coalition and international pressure.

In a surprising turn of events, Netanyahu is set to address a joint session of the US Congress, escalating the spotlight on Israel's political situation. The invitation from bipartisan congressional leaders comes amidst mounting pressure and scrutiny on Netanyahu's diplomatic handling. As the world watches, the fate of Netanyahu's government and the Gaza ceasefire deal remains uncertain.

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Netanyahu may be forced to choose between his government's ... (CNN)

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may soon be forced to choose: Agree to a ceasefire deal with Hamas or keep his government in power.

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Proposed Gaza cease-fire puts Netanyahu at a crossroads that ... (The Associated Press)

The cease-fire proposal announced by President Joe Biden has placed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a crossroads.

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Netanyahu coalition slides into infighting over ceasefire plan (Financial Times)

Israel's far-right finance minister vows to oust prime minister if he accepts US-backed deal.

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Biden description of Israel cease-fire offer 'not accurate,' Israeli ... (NBC News)

President Joe Biden's description of Israel's cease-fire proposal was “not accurate,” an Israeli official told NBC News, as Prime Minister Benjamin ...

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Netanyahu remarks could damage Gaza hostage-ceasefire deal ... (Axios)

Israeli officials are concerned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's statements in recents days could sabotage the "constructive ambiguity" used by ...

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PM Benjamin Netanyahu says hostage deal can advance without ... (The Jerusalem Post)

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seen at the plenum hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, on May 27, 2024 (credit: YONATAN SINDEL/FLASH90) ...

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Joe Biden's ceasefire proposal could sink Benjamin Netanyahu (Spectator.co.uk)

Netanyahu's coalition is on shaky ground. If Hamas rejects the ceasefire deal, it'll save Netanyahu. If Hamas accepts, the coalition may fall.

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Benjamin Netanyahu set to address joint session of US Congress for ... (The Guardian)

The formal invitation came from congressional leaders of both parties within hours of Joe Biden's disclosure of the terms of a new peace proposal for Gaza ...

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Wisconsin lawmakers have mixed feelings about Benjamin Netanyahu (Spectrum News 1)

Israel is facing international isolation for its air strikes that have resulted in thousands of civilian deaths in Gaza.

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Israel's Netanyahu To Address US Congress On June 13: Report (NDTV)

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will address the US Congress on June 13, media reported Monday, amid mounting pressure for the American ally and ...

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Timing for Netanyahu address to Congress uncertain after floated ... (CNN)

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial in Jerusalem on May 5, 2024. Menahem Kahana/AFP/Getty Images.

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Congress braces for "large" boycott, disruptions of Netanyahu speech (Axios)

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wearing a suit in front of an Israel flag. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Photo: RONEN ZVULUN/POOL/AFP via ...

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Biden: "Every reason" for people to conclude Netanyahu is ... (Axios)

President Biden told Time magazine "there is every reason for people" to conclude that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is prolonging the war in ...

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Biden says Netanyahu could be prolonging Gaza war for political aims (Reuters)

U.S. President Joe Biden said Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu may be stalling on ending the war in Gaza for political reasons, according to an interview ...

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Proposed Gaza ceasefire puts Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu at ... (The Globe and Mail)

The ceasefire proposal announced by U.S. President Joe Biden has placed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at a crossroads, with either path likely to shape ...

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Pressure grows on Benjamin Netanyahu to back Gaza ceasefire plan (The Guardian)

Biden-backed proposal is causing rifts in unstable coalition led by Israeli PM that could lead to his government falling apart.

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Biden suggests Netanyahu prolonging Israel's Gaza war for political ... (Aljazeera.com)

US president's remarks come as Washington pursues a truce and captives deal between Israel and Hamas to end conflict.

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Joe Biden accuses Benjamin Netanyahu of prolonging Gaza conflict (Financial Times)

US president's comments increase pressure on Israel's prime minister to defy coalition critics and support peace plan.

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House passes proposal sanctioning top war-crimes court after it ... (ABC News)

The House has passed legislation that would sanction the International Criminal Court for seeking an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin ...

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Joe Biden suggests Benjamin Netanyahu is dragging out the Gaza ... (SBS)

After suggesting Benjamin Netanyahu may be stalling on ending the war for political reasons, US President Joe Biden said the Israeli prime minister was ...

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US passes a GOP bill seeking Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu's arrest (Hindustan Times)

Republicans push through a bill to sanction ICC post-Israeli Premier Benjamin Netanyahu war crimes accusation | World News.

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U.S. House votes to sanction international court over warrants for ... (NBC News)

The House voted to impose sanctions against the International Criminal Court over arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the war ...

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Biden softens comment on Netanyahu, Gaza war (Voice of America)

FILE - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attends a wreath-laying ceremony in Jerusalem, May 6, 2024. U.S. President Joe Biden said in a newly released ...

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