Sen. Chris Coons Criticizes Netanyahu's Handling of Israel-Hamas Conflict

Coons Calls Netanyahu an 'Exceptionally Difficult Partner', Praises Biden's Response to the Conflict

Sen. Chris Coons (D-Del.) criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling him an 'exceptionally difficult partner' in the U.S.'s push for a two-state solution to end the Israel-Hamas war.
Coons praised President Biden's response to the conflict, including his decision to deploy aircraft carrier groups to the region to deter escalation.
The Biden administration has increased its criticism of Israel but maintains support for Israel's right to defend itself.
Coons highlighted a 'big gap' between most of Congress and the president, who support a two-state solution, and Netanyahu, who Coons says has undermined peace efforts.
Coons confirmed that existing American law requires countries receiving U.S. military assistance to abide by international law.