Biden Confronts Netanyahu Over Hamas Leader Haniyeh's Assassination in Iran

Aug 4, 2024, 05:02 AM

President Joe Biden had a 'very direct' meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu following the assassination of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh in Iran. According to The New York Times, Biden expressed strong concerns about the operation, which he communicated during a heated phone call with Netanyahu. The assassination has caused a rift between the two allies, with Netanyahu pushing back against U.S. concerns and admitting that Haniyeh's death would delay hostage negotiations for several days. The incident has also impacted cease-fire talks between Israel and Hamas.