Netanyahu Rejects Obama’s ‘Stolen Land’ Accusations, Blames Regional Enemies for Peace Stalls
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu sharply rebutted former US President Barack Obama’s recent comments in Belfast, which characterized Israel’s presence as taking land from Palestinians. Netanyahu called the remarks 'regrettable,' asserting that the Jewish connection to the land is ancestral rather than colonial. While Obama argued Israel has 'ceded moral ground' by prioritizing military dominance over concessions, Netanyahu blamed regional adversaries, including Iran, for blocking peace. This exchange occurs ahead of Israel’s October 27 general election, amidst heightened tensions in the West Bank.
