New Delhi: United States Vice President Kamala Harris, the presumptive nominee for the Democratic Party in November’s presidential election, met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on July 25.
Harris is the presumptive presidential nominee of the Democrats.
She said she had a “frank and constructive meeting” with him in which she reiterated her “unwavering commitment” to Israel’s security, but went on to take a more critical tone on Israel’s actions in Gaza.
Today, I had a frank and constructive meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu about a wide range of issues, including my commitment to Israel’s security, the importance of addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, and the urgent need to get the ceasefire and hostage deal done. pic.twitter.com/tgiSTPQJdL
— Vice President Kamala Harris (@VP) July 26, 2024
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“Israel has a right to defend itself. And how it does so matters,” she told reporters after the meeting.
“I made clear my serious concern about the dire humanitarian situation there,” she said. “I will not be silent.”
US President Joe Biden also met with Netanyahu to discuss prospects for a cease-fire.
Gaps in a Gaza cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas militants can be overcome, White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said on Thursday.
“I want to thank you [Biden] for the 50 years of public service and 50 years of support for the state of Israel, and I look forward to discussing with you today and working with you in the months ahead,” Netanyahu had earlier said.
With inputs from DW.
