Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu made a striking statement during his address to the US Congress.
During Netanyahu’s speech, tensions between Israel and its enemies were very high. The October 7 attack was a big military operation to deal with serious threats to Israel’s safety.
Let me explain you what this comparison means and the context behind it?
On Wednesday, He compared an attack by Hamas on Israel to “twenty 9/11s in one day while speaking to both houses of the US Congress.
Well, Netanyahu used this analogy to stress how serious and impactful the attack was and it shows how much Israel felt threatened by Hamas, a militant group from Gaza.
While he said that the Israel-Hamas war is “not a clash of civilizations but a clash between ‘civilization and barbarism’.
On Thursday, the prime minister was welcomed in the US House with clapping and cheering from the Congress members and it was a momentous occasion, with all eyes and ears focused on Netanyahu as he began his address.
He explained simply, highlighting the tense situation in the region and said “We’re gathered here today at a crucial moment in history. Our world is going through a lot of changes. In the Middle East, Iran and its allies are seen as a threat by America, Israel, and our Arab friends”
He also said “For the forces of civilization to win, America and Israel must stand together,” as the Israeli prime minister urged for Washington’s support.
Meanwhile during his address to the US Congress, Netanyahu praised US President Joe Biden for his support to the country.
He said, “President Biden and I have known each other for over 40 years. “I thank President Biden for his sincere support for Israel.
After the severe attack on October 7, he rightly called Hamas ‘sheer evil.’
He sent two aircraft carriers to the Middle East to prevent a larger war, and he visited Israel to stand with us during our darkest time. This visit will always be remembered.”
Later during his speech, Netanyahu made sure to mention former US President Donald Trump and thanked him for supporting Israel.
Well, Netanyahu compared Israel’s October 7 attack to “twenty 9/11s in one day” to emphasize how serious the security situation was for Israel at that time and it shows how tense things are in the region. So what are your thoughts on this comparison? Let us know in the comments below.
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