Netanyahu Addresses Congress: Vision for Gaza and Anti-Iran Alliance

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a significant address to a joint session of Congress, using the platform to articulate his view of Iran as the primary force behind violence in the Middle East and to outline a vision for post-war Gaza. The speech, marked by frequent applause and standing ovations, particularly from Republicans, focused on the trauma experienced by Israel on October 7 and the nation's determination to neutralize threats posed by Hamas and Iran.

 

Netanyahu began by pointing to the gallery where nearly two dozen relatives of the 120 captives still held in Gaza were seated, expressing his commitment to securing their release. "I won’t rest until all of their loved ones are returned home," he promised, while also extending gratitude to US President Joe Biden for his "tireless efforts" on behalf of the hostages and their families. Despite these assurances, many relatives of the hostages, including a delegation of American captives' family members, were visibly unimpressed and remained seated during his pledge.

 

Throughout his address, Netanyahu emphasized that Iran is "virtually behind all the terrorism, all the turmoil, all the chaos, all the killing" in the Middle East. He portrayed Iran's ambitions as a threat to "the guardian of Western civilization," asserting that Israel is merely a tool for Iran's larger goal of imposing radical Islam globally. Citing a Hezbollah official, he noted, "The main war, the real war, is with America." He framed the conflict as "a clash between barbarism and civilization," emphasizing the need for America and Israel to stand together to triumph. "We will win," he declared confidently.

 

Netanyahu drew historical comparisons to underscore the severity of the October 7 Hamas attack, likening it to the September 11 attacks and the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Describing it as "a day that will live forever in infamy," he detailed the atrocities committed by Hamas, stating, "These monsters, they raped women, they beheaded men, they burnt babies alive, they killed parents in front of their children and children in front of their parents. They dragged 255 people, both living and dead, into the dark dungeons of Gaza."

 

In a poignant moment, Netanyahu highlighted the presence of rescued hostage Noa Argamani in the audience, seated between her father, Yaakov, and Sara Netanyahu. He recounted his meeting with Noa’s mother, Liora, who expressed a wish to see her daughter one more time before she died. Liora passed away a few weeks after Noa’s rescue, adding a layer of personal tragedy to the broader narrative of suffering.

 

Defending Israel's conduct of the war, Netanyahu cited urban warfare expert John Spencer, who claimed that Israel has implemented more measures to protect civilians than any other force in history. He stated that the war in Gaza has "one of the lowest ratios of combatant to non-combatants in the history of urban warfare." He pointed to the low civilian casualty rate in Rafah as evidence of Israel's efforts to minimize harm, despite predictions of catastrophic outcomes. Netanyahu commended IDF soldiers for their actions, asserting that they "should be commended rather than condemned for how they fought in Gaza."

 

Netanyahu also criticized the International Criminal Court (ICC) for seeking arrest warrants against him and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, arguing that such actions aim to prevent Israel from defending itself. "If Israel is found guilty in The Hague, America and all democracies will be next," he warned. He condemned ICC prosecutor Karim Khan for accusing Israel of starving Gazans, labeling the charge a fabrication and noting that Israel had allowed 40,000 aid trucks into Gaza since the start of the war. "If there are Palestinians in Gaza who aren’t getting enough food, it’s not because Israel is blocking it. It’s because Hamas is stealing it," he asserted.

 

Netanyahu turned his attention to the anti-Israel protests, labeling those involved as "useful idiots" and condemning their stance. "Incredibly, many anti-Israel protesters, many choose to stand with evil. They stand with Hamas. They stand with rapists and murderers. They should be ashamed of themselves," he said. He suggested that Iran was "promoting and funding" anti-Israel protests in America and saluted fraternity members at the University of North Carolina who defended a US flag from protesters. He mocked the "Gays for Gaza" signs seen at protests, referencing a common meme and arguing that many protesters did not understand what they were chanting about.

 

On the topic of post-war Gaza, Netanyahu expressed a vision for a demilitarized and deradicalized region, run by Palestinians who do not seek Israel's destruction. He emphasized that Israel does not intend to resettle Gaza but must maintain security control to ensure it never poses a threat again. "Gaza should have a civilian administration run by Palestinians who don’t seek to destroy Israel. That’s not too much to ask," he stated. He called for the deradicalization of Gaza's population, comparing it to the post-World War II efforts in Japan and Germany, asserting that such measures could lead to security, prosperity, and peace.

 

Throughout his speech, Netanyahu sought to reinforce the US-Israel alliance, calling for expedited US military aid to help Israel conclude the war faster. "Fast-tracking US military aid can dramatically expedite an end to the war in Gaza and help prevent a broader war in the Middle East," he said. He drew a parallel to Winston Churchill's appeal during World War II, saying, "Give us the tools and we’ll finish the job."

 

Netanyahu also took the opportunity to praise former President Donald Trump for his pro-Israel actions, including recognizing Jerusalem as Israel’s capital and brokering the Abraham Accords. Delivering his speech during Israel’s evening prime time, Netanyahu aimed to present himself as a respected statesman welcomed in Washington, amidst a backdrop of increasingly divided American views on Israel and the ongoing war.

 

In his conclusion, Netanyahu made a plea for unity and resilience, asserting that "Israel will always defend itself" and emphasizing the critical nature of the US-Israel partnership in facing shared threats. The address, marked by its strong rhetoric and political undertones, sought to solidify support for Israel while navigating the complex dynamics of American and Israeli politics.

 

Credit: AP | TOI 2024-07-25

 

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[Bkk Brian]

10 minutes ago, Social Media said:

Netanyahu turned his attention to the anti-Israel protests, labeling those involved as "useful idiots" and condemning their stance. "Incredibly, many anti-Israel protesters, many choose to stand with evil. They stand with Hamas. They stand with rapists and murderers. They should be ashamed of themselves,"

 

Meanwhile the useful idiots anti US and pro Hamas protestors were doing their thing outside, burning the US flag.

 

The White House has condemned the mob that rioted and clashed with police outside the Capitol building today.

Deputy press secretary Andrew Bates: “Identifying with evil terrorist organizations like Hamas, burning the American flag, or forcibly removing the American flag and replacing it with another, is disgraceful”

 

https://x.com/AvivaKlompas/status/1816275195621171610

 

[Neeranam]

3 minutes ago, Bkk Brian said:

Meanwhile the useful idiots anti US and pro Hamas protestors were doing their thing outside, burning the US flag.

There is nothing idiotic, nor pro Hamas about standing up for what is right. 

 

Let a US senator who is not being bought by the Israel lobby, explain. Add on a few more thousand deaths since then.

 

[2baht]

6 minutes ago, Bkk Brian said:

Netanyahu turned his attention to the anti-Israel protests, labeling those involved as "useful idiots"

As compared to himself.....A Useless Idiot! When will the world see through this murderous child killer???

[Bkk Brian]

1 minute ago, Neeranam said:

There is nothing idiotic, nor pro Hamas about standing up for what is right. 

 

Let a US senator who is not being bought by the Israel lobby, explain. Add on a few more thousand deaths since then.

 

 

1 minute ago, 2baht said:

As compared to himself.....A Useless Idiot! When will the world see through this murderous child killer???

Was he also supporting Hamas and burning the US flag outside? Which is what my post was factually recording? Did the Whitehouse condemn him as quoted in my post?

[Neeranam]

1 minute ago, Bkk Brian said:

 

Was he also supporting Hamas and burning the US flag outside? Which is what my post was factually recording? Did the Whitehouse condemn him as quoted in my post?

Did you watch the video?

 

The first few seconds tell you that it is NOT pro-Hamas to criticize what the evil government are doing. You are posting lies about the demonstrators being pro-Hamas.

[Bkk Brian]

1 hour ago, Neeranam said:

Did you watch the video?

 

The first few seconds tell you that it is NOT pro-Hamas to criticize what the evil government are doing. You are posting lies about the demonstrators being pro-Hamas.

That's a no then so nothing to do with my post or even the topic of this thread. Pure deflection & no those were not lies, there were Hamas supporters there.  

1 hour ago, Bkk Brian said:

 

Was he also supporting Hamas and burning the US flag outside? Which is what my post was factually recording? Did the Whitehouse condemn him as quoted in my post?

 

[Social Media]

Baiting troll posts removed that were contravening community standards. @Neeranam

[coolcarer]

Hamas supporters need sending to where their mates are, the tunnels of Gaza

 

White House calls protests "disgraceful" after flags burned in DC during Netanyahu's visit

 “Identifying with evil terrorist organizations like Hamas, burning the American flag, or forcibly removing the American flag and replacing it with another, is disgraceful. Antisemitism and violence are never acceptable. Period,” White House spokesperson Andrew Bates said in a statement.

https://www.cnn.com/politics/live-news/netanyahu-speech-congress-07-24-24#h_25e3a13590d299e402d95c1392a2a2a2

 

  

US does not think Netanyahu is hindering ceasefire and hostage deal, senior official says

The US does not believe that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is hindering or delaying a ceasefire and hostage deal, and that progress is being made in negotiations, according to a senior administration official. 
This person noted that if the US were to draw that conclusion they would say so “very clearly” and that a month from now, if there has been little progress, they may take a different tone.
The official said Israel and Hamas need to agree on certain elements before a deal is reached, and that neither is holding up negotiations at this point. 

https://www.cnn.com/politics/live-news/netanyahu-speech-congress-07-24-24#h_937d22ee92c0b6265e0b303fcd223dcc

[retarius]

Go Bernie. Netanyahu is an evil, vile man. A disgrace to the human race. 

[Jeff the Chef]

4 hours ago, Social Media said:

Throughout his speech, Netanyahu sought to reinforce the US-Israel alliance, calling for expedited US military aid to help Israel conclude the war faster. "Fast-tracking US military aid can dramatically expedite an end to the war in Gaza and help prevent a broader war in the Middle East," he said. He drew a parallel to Winston Churchill's appeal during World War II, saying, "Give us the tools and we’ll finish the job."

 Given the clapping like seals from the senators in the room someone needed to throw them some fish, load them up with Bibi to go back to Israel as they are the "tools" supplying the tools, but they'd struggle to supply enough nappies for them all.

[Evil Penevil]

4 hours ago, Neeranam said:

Did you watch the video?

 

 You are posting lies about the demonstrators being pro-Hamas.

 

The protester who painted "Hamas is comin (sic)" complete with the inverted Hamas triangle on the Columbus Fountain  certainly supports Hamas.  Otherwise, why would he paint that slogan?  None of the other protesters attempted to hinder him from defacing the Columbus monument outside Union Station, so I can imagine they also had a lot of sympathy for Hamas.

 

Moreover, on Oct. 8, 2023, before Israel began its retaliation for the Oct. 7 attacks, pro-Palestinian groups rallied across the U.S. in support of Hamas.  In NYC,  the slogans seen on the placards and chants used by protesters were taken straight from Hamas or expressed support for it. ("By any means necessary,"  "Stand with Palestinian resistance," "Honor our martyrs." “Resistance is justified,” “Globalize the intifada,”  “Smash the settler Zionist state.” “From the river to the sea").  From the Oct 8 rally in Times Square:

 

 

Some of the pro-Palestinians chanted "700," which at the time was the estimate of the number of Israeli dead.  Some wrote  "7" on their hands, then made a throat-cutting motion to taunt pro-Israel protesters.  Others held up pictures of Jewish hostages or the image of a swastika on their cell phones for the same purpose.

 

On Oct. 7, a few hours after the attacks, pro-Palestinian groups released statements blaming Israel for the violence and sometimes even praising Hamas.  I could list other examples of explicit support for Hamas. but it's not really necessary.  What's safe to say is that while many individuals who claim to support the Palestinian people don't support Hamas, the organized groups by and large do.

[NativeBob]

5 hours ago, Social Media said:

Netanyahu drew historical comparisons to underscore the severity of the October 7 Hamas attack, likening it to the September 11 attacks and the bombing of Pearl Harbor.

interesting comparisons esp. 9/11

[Nick Carter icp]

2 minutes ago, NativeBob said:

interesting comparisons esp. 9/11

 

   All three attacks triggered severe responses to the attackers 

[Neeranam]

20 minutes ago, NativeBob said:

interesting comparisons esp. 9/11

*indeed!

[Nick Carter icp]

43 minutes ago, Jeff the Chef said:

 Given the clapping like seals from the senators in the room someone needed to throw them some fish, load them up with Bibi to go back to Israel as they are the "tools" supplying the tools, but they'd struggle to supply enough nappies for them all.

 

   You are calling for Netanyahu to go back to Israel ?

And when Netanyahu gets back to Israel, you will be calling for him to go back to where he comes from 🙂

   Where would you like Netanyahu to go and live ?

[Jeff the Chef]

Just now, Nick Carter icp said:

 

   You are calling for Netanyahu to go back to Israel ?

And when Netanyahu gets back to Israel, you will be calling for him to go back to where he comes from 🙂

   Where would you like Netanyahu to go and live ?

 

Easy answer, Netanyahu can go live in Hell where he belongs.

[Nick Carter icp]

Just now, Jeff the Chef said:

 

Easy answer, Netanyahu can go live in Hell where he belongs.

 

   That is not living anywhere though is it .

So, Netanyahu should be killed and die ?

Is that the solution for all Jewish Israelis ?

[NativeBob]

1 minute ago, Neeranam said:

*indeed!

Even Biden's puppet Obama asked Bibi few times to stop addressing US Congress directly asking for more weapons. He told him that what US sends annually is more than sufficient to actively defend Israel. But Bibi ignored Obama, Bibi knew that he can openly ignore the US President who politely asked him to stop construction of new settlers housing. Guess what? Bibi didn't move a finger. 100% ignore. 

[NativeBob]

3 minutes ago, Jeff the Chef said:

Easy answer, Netanyahu can go live in Hell where he belongs.

Why Sarah arrived with Bibi? Shopping at Manhattan? Have a dinner at some Michelin star restaurants? Breakfast at Tiffany? 

[Nick Carter icp]

3 minutes ago, NativeBob said:

Even Biden's puppet Obama asked Bibi few times to stop addressing US Congress directly asking for more weapons. He told him that what US sends annually is more than sufficient to actively defend Israel. But Bibi ignored Obama, Bibi knew that he can openly ignore the US President who politely asked him to stop construction of new settlers housing. Guess what? Bibi didn't move a finger. 100% ignore. 

 

  Israel doesn't do what the USA tells it to do .

Israel decides itself what to do 

[Jeff the Chef]

6 minutes ago, Nick Carter icp said:

 

  Israel doesn't do what the USA tells it to do .

Israel decides itself what to do 

 

It can only do that because it has bought and paid for the majority of the Senate via AIPAC

[Jeff the Chef]

13 minutes ago, Nick Carter icp said:

 

   That is not living anywhere though is it .

So, Netanyahu should be killed and die ?

Is that the solution for all Jewish Israelis ?

 

Not my concern if he is dead or alive as long as he ends up there where he belongs.

[Nick Carter icp]

2 minutes ago, Jeff the Chef said:

 

It can only do that because it has bought and paid for the majority of the Senate via AIPAC

 

 

No , no Countries do what the USA tells them to do .

Americans think that they control  the World .

What Countries do what the USA tells them to do ?

[Nick Carter icp]

2 minutes ago, Jeff the Chef said:

 

Not my concern if he is dead or alive as long as he ends up there where he belongs.

 

  Should all Jews be killed ?

[novacova]

7 minutes ago, Nick Carter icp said:

 

  Should all Jews be killed ?

Antisemites believe so, though any here are too cowardly to admit it considering the backlash that they’d get buried by 

[Jeff the Chef]

8 minutes ago, Nick Carter icp said:

 

  Should all Jews be killed ?

 

1 minute ago, novacova said:

Antisemites believe so, though any here are too cowardly to admit it concerning the backlash that they’d get buried by 

 

I can guarantee one thing everybody dies eventually, nothing can be more certain, doesn't matter what persuasion of religion you wish to be associated with. 

[Nick Carter icp]

4 minutes ago, Jeff the Chef said:

 

 

I can guarantee one thing everybody dies eventually, nothing can be more certain, doesn't matter what persuasion of religion you wish to be associated with. 

 

  WOW, OMG , When did you learn this ?

The Whole World needs to know that info .

Stop the press , new headline news 

[Neeranam]

5 hours ago, novacova said:

Antisemites believe so, though any here are too cowardly to admit it considering the backlash that they’d get buried by 

Antisemites show prejudice against jews or discriminate against them. What makes you think they want to kill Jews?

 

Antisemitism is used by Jews, who are Islamophobic, as a weapon. 

 

the blanket assertion by pro-Israel advocates is intended as a political cudgel: weaponizing antisemitism to shield Israel from criticism of its attack on Gaza

 

https://time.com/6977457/weaponizing-antisemitism/

 

Islamophobia and antisemitism are equal scourges – and the EU is finally recognising that

 https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/dec/07/islamophobia-antisemitism-eu-anti-muslim-hate-europe

[Nick Carter icp]

11 minutes ago, Neeranam said:

 

 

Antisemitism is used by Jews, who are Islamophobic, as a weapon. 

 

 

 

   Run that through me again .

Your anti-Semitic posts are used by Islamophobic Jews as a weapon ?