"Netanyahu's Response to Schumer and GOP Senators on Gaza War"

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu assured U.S. Republican senators that Israel will persist in its efforts to defeat Hamas in Gaza, following a speech by Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer criticizing Netanyahu and calling for new elections in Israel. The meeting highlighted the politicization of Washington's Israel policy, with Republicans expressing support for Israel's right to defend itself and considering inviting Netanyahu to address Congress, while Democrats grapple with divisions over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Netanyahu also addressed civilian casualties and the need to provide aid to Gaza, emphasizing the sensitivity to civilian casualties and expressing support for plans to bring in aid by sea.