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Biden Claims He Had to Protect Israel From Itself

Former U.S. President Joe Biden criticizes Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in his new memoir, alleging Netanyahu made unfulfilled promises and prioritized political needs over Israel's long-term interests during the Gaza war.

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01Joe Biden claims Benjamin Netanyahu made unfulfilled promises during the Gaza war.
02Biden alleges Netanyahu ignored U.S. demands to reduce civilian casualties in Gaza.
03The former president felt he had to protect Israel "from itself" during the conflict.
04Biden's new memoir, "Promise Me, America," details their strained relationship.
05Netanyahu's office had not officially responded to the book's claims at publication.

Biden claims he repeatedly urged Netanyahu to reduce civilian casualties, but saw little change despite promises. The book, "Promise Me, America," also reveals Biden's view that he had to protect Israel "from itself" and defends his administration's continued aid to Israel. No official response from Netanyahu's office was immediately available.

Translated and summarized by baba from Kikar HaShabbat, the latest report. Read Kikar HaShabbat’s original