Far-right minister's criticism of Biden sparks anger in Israel at a sensitive time for US ties
Criticism of President Joe Biden by a far-right minister in Israel’s government has sparked outrage at a sensitive time for Israel's relations with Washington
By MELANIE LIDMAN and SAMY MAGDY
Published - Feb 04, 2024, 08:50 AM ET
Last Updated - Feb 04, 2024, 08:50 AM EST
JERUSALEM (AP) — Criticism of President Joe Biden by a far-right minister in Israel's government sparked outrage on Sunday, underscoring the sensitivity of U.S. relations as Washington provides key support for the offensive against Hamas in Gaza.
But the White House has also urged Israel to take greater measures to avoid harming civilians and to facilitate the delivery of more humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's national security minister, criticized that approach in an interview with The Wall Street Journal, saying Biden was hindering Israel's war effort and that Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump would give Israel greater latitude in fighting Hamas.
