"Israeli Unity, Gaza Devastation, and White House Frustration: A Week in Review"
TL;DR
Benny Gantz, the top political rival of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has seen a surge in popularity as Netanyahu's backing has declined. Gantz, a centrist politician and former military chief of staff, joined Netanyahu's government to bring national unity during the war against Hamas in Gaza. His trip to Washington has drawn criticism from Netanyahu, signaling a growing rift in the government. Gantz is expected to leave the government after the fighting subsides, potentially leading to mass anti-government demonstrations and increasing pressure for early elections.
- Netanyahu leaned on his top rival to help unify Israel. Now, Benny Gantz is more popular The Associated Press
- Devastation in Gaza as Israel wages war on Hamas: Live updates CNN
- Harris to Push for Pause in Fighting in Meeting With Top Israeli Official The New York Times
- VP Harris meets with Netanyahu rival in sign of growing White House frustration with Israel USA TODAY
- Harris will meet with Israeli Cabinet official who is in Washington despite Netanyahu's rebuke Los Angeles Times
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