Harris urged for a cease-fire deal to release hostages and bring relief to Palestinian civilians in Gaza
Netanyahu reportedly took issue with Harris mentioning civilian deaths and speaking about a cease-fire deal during their meeting
Vice President Kamala Harris met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on July 25, 2024
White House pushes back against reports of diplomatic tension between Harris and Netanyahu
Vice President Kamala Harris met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on July 25, 2024, urging an end to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. During her meeting at the White House, Harris expressed concern over the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza and called for a cease-fire deal to release hostages and bring relief to Palestinian civilians. Netanyahu reportedly took issue with Harris's comments regarding civilian deaths and the potential implementation of a cease-fire deal, which he believes may hinder Israel's ability to resume fighting against Hamas.
According to Axios, an Israeli official stated that Netanyahu was unhappy with Harris mentioning civilian deaths in Gaza and speaking about a hostage and cease-fire deal as a means to end the war outright. However, an aide for Harris told Fox News that her statements were consistent with those made during private meetings between Netanyahu, President Biden, and herself.
The White House has since pushed back against reports of diplomatic tension between Harris and Netanyahu. The Vice President's stance on the conflict remains focused on securing a cease-fire deal that ensures Israel's security while addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and releasing hostages held by Hamas.
Former President Donald Trump also met with Netanyahu in Palm Beach, Florida, on July 26, 2024. Trump has been urging Israel to end the war in Gaza but has suggested that Israel use greater force against Hamas if necessary.
An Israeli official told Axios that Netanyahu was unhappy with Harris mentioning civilian deaths in Gaza and the ‘dire humanitarian situation there.’
The official added that Netanyahu was irked with Harris speaking about a hostage and ceasefire deal as a way to end the war outright, when Israel wants to be able to resume fighting after one is implemented.
Harris stated that ‘it is time for this war to end, and end in a way where Israel is secure, all the hostages are released, the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza ends, and the Palestinian people can exercise their right to freedom, dignity and self-determination.’
An aide for Harris told Fox News that ‘I don’t know what they’re talking about. President Biden and Vice President Harris delivered the same message in their private meetings to Prime Minister Netanyahu: it’s time to get the ceasefire and hostage deal done. And this is what the Vice President said publicly as well.’
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The article reports on a diplomatic flare-up between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Vice President Kamala Harris over her remarks regarding the ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza. The author, Greg Norman, presents quotes from Israeli officials expressing their displeasure with Harris' statements about civilian deaths in Gaza and her advocacy for a ceasefire deal. However, the article also includes quotes from an aide for Harris denying any tension between Netanyahu and herself or the White House. The author does not provide clear evidence of deception, but there are instances of selective reporting as only quotes that support the Israeli officials' perspective are presented without context or counter-arguments.
An Israeli official told Axios that Netanyahu was unhappy with Harris mentioning civilian deaths in Gaza and the ‒dire humanitarian situation there.”
The reported diplomatic flare-up comes after Netanyahu both met with President Biden and Harris in Washington on Thursday, ahead of his meeting today with former President Trump at Mar-a-Lago. An Israeli official told Axios that ‒in their view, Netanyahu was irked with Harris speaking about a hostage and ceasefire deal as a way to end the war outright,”
But an aide for Harris told Fox News this morning that ‒I don’t know what they’re talking about.”
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The author makes an appeal to authority by quoting an Israeli official's opinion on Harris' remarks and their potential impact on the situation in Gaza. This does not constitute a logical fallacy as such, but it is important to note that the author is presenting this opinion as fact without providing any evidence or context beyond what was reported in Axios.
][An Israeli official] added that, in their view, Netanyahu was irked with Harris speaking about a hostage and ceasefire deal as a way to end the war outright, when Israel wants to be able to resume fighting after one is implemented. [[/[
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Greg Norman expresses bias by quoting an Israeli official who criticizes Vice President Harris for speaking about a ceasefire deal and humanitarian situation in Gaza. The author does not provide any counter-argument or evidence to refute the claims made by the Israeli official, and instead presents it as fact. This is an example of monetary bias, as Israel is a key ally of the United States and Netanyahu has a vested interest in maintaining good relations with the US government.
An Israeli official told Axios that Netanyahu was unhappy with Harris mentioning civilian deaths in Gaza and the "dire humanitarian situation there."
It is time for this war to end, and end in a way where Israel is secure, all the hostages are released, the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza ends, and the Palestinian people can exercise their right to freedom, dignity and self-determination.
The official added that, in their view, Netanyahu was irked with Harris speaking about a hostage and ceasefire deal as a way to end the war outright, when Israel wants to be able to resume fighting after one is implemented.
VP Harris met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and urged an end to the war in Gaza while assuring Israel's ability to defend itself.
Harris expressed concern about the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza and the death of innocent civilians.
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VP Harris urged an end to the war in Gaza
Harris expressed concern about the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza and made clear her serious concern about the death of far too many innocent civilians
Harris stated that it is time for this war to end, and end in a way where Israel is secure, all the hostages are released, the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza ends
Former President Donald Trump is meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel on Friday in Palm Beach, Florida.
Trump has been urging Israel to end the war in Gaza.
Trump has suggested he supports Israel using greater force in Gaza.
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Trump has criticized the Biden administration for failing to bring the conflict in Gaza to a close.
Protests were possible outside of the meeting but there was little activity near Mar-a-Lago.
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The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy. The author quotes former President Donald J. Trump's opinions on the Israel-Hamas conflict without providing counterarguments or critical analysis.
. . . Mr. Trump and Mr. Netanyahu last met in 2020.
But he has repeatedly suggested he supported Israel using greater force in Gaza.
Mr. Trump — who remains supportive of Israel and often calls himself the strongest ally of the country to serve in the White House — has been critical of Israel since it launched its military effort, taking issue with it sharing footage of the destruction in Gaza.
Vice President Harris implored Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to accept a cease-fire deal to end the fighting in Gaza and release hostages.
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Harris has been involved in nearly every conversation between Biden and Netanyahu since the conflict began.
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The cease-fire deal includes a six-week pause in fighting and the release of some hostages, followed by a cessation of hostilities while Hamas and Israel negotiate a permanent cease-fire.
An Israeli official told Axios that Netanyahu was unhappy with Harris mentioning civilian deaths in Gaza and the 'dire humanitarian situation there.'
Harris also expressed concern about the scale of human suffering in Gaza, including the death of far too many innocent civilians and made clear her serious concern about the dire humanitarian situation there.
Harris stated that 'it is time for this war to end, and end in a way where Israel is secure, all the hostages are released, the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza ends, and the Palestinian people can exercise their right to freedom, dignity and self-determination.'
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The authors express serious concern about the human suffering in Gaza and the death of innocent civilians, but they also emphasize that Israel has a right to defend itself. This implies a pro-Israel bias as they prioritize Israeli security concerns over Palestinian suffering. The authors do not depict Hamas or its supporters as reasonable or moderate, instead using phrases like 'brutal terrorist organization' and 'dangerous hate-fueled rhetoric'. They also describe Netanyahu's speech to Congress as defiant and rejecting criticisms without evidence, further demonstrating a biased portrayal of Hamas.
Israel has a right to defend itself, and how it does so matters
Netanyahu rejected criticisms from international organizations about Israel’s conduct, posited without evidence that Iran was funding pro-Palestinian protesters surrounding the Capitol
