The Biden administration, alongside other allies of Israel, called on Israel to conduct a public and swift investigation into the death of aid workers in Gaza.
White House Ramadan event scaled down amid Gaza policy criticism, Muslim leaders are frustrated with Biden's administration.
The White House expresses concern over Israel's plan to shut down Al Jazeera's offices under a new law, citing potential threats to press freedom. Netanyahu defends the move as a wartime necessity.
"The tone throughout here has been businesslike and it's been professional and we expect that it's going to stay that way," said spokesman John Kirby.
The US didn't vote for the resolution because of its failure to condemn Hamas for the attacks on October 7, spokesperson Matthew Miller said.
Israel to send senior interagency team of military intelligence and humanitarian officials to Washington in coming days to hear US concerns about its current Rafah military plans.
ON MY MIND The White House called its strategy, issued in May 2023, “the most comprehensive and ambitious US government effort to counter antisemitism in American history.”
Harris reportedly emphasized to Gantz that Israel needs to take further steps in cooperation with the United States and the international community to increase the humanitarian aid entering Gaza.
Harris called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and urged Hamas to accept a deal to release hostages in return for a 6-week cessation of hostilities.
"We mourn the loss of innocent life and recognize the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, where innocent Palestinians are just trying to feed their families," said White House member