House Speaker Mike Johnson emphasized his unwavering support for Israel during a recent conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The Louisiana Republican reaffirmed his stance in a press briefing, expressing strong disagreement with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s recent criticism of Netanyahu.
During the call, Johnson reiterated the importance of maintaining a close alliance with Israel and emphasized that it is not the role of U.S. officials to dictate Israel’s domestic policies. He criticized Schumer’s remarks, where the Senate Majority Leader referred to Netanyahu as an “obstacle to peace” in the Israel-Hamas conflict and advocated for new elections in Israel.
Netanyahu, on the other hand, is expected to address Senate Republicans through a video conference, focusing on the ongoing situation in Gaza. He has been advocating for a more assertive approach in Rafah, where over a million displaced individuals are seeking refuge.
As developments unfold, CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay will provide updates on the evolving situation in the Middle East.
