"Netanyahu Opposes Palestinian Statehood, White House Responds"

The White House remains committed to its vision for a postwar Gaza Strip, despite Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's rejection of a Palestinian state. The Biden administration hopes to broker normalization between Israel and Saudi Arabia, tying it to a pathway for Palestinian statehood. U.S. officials have been pressuring Israel to scale back its offensive and have been working on a framework for a regional deal. Netanyahu's opposition to a Palestinian state may be influenced by international pressure and an exit strategy amid waning support and domestic challenges.