US President Donald Trump has publicly broken with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the worsening famine in the Gaza Strip. The president wants to end the war, but believes Netanyahu’s policies are standing in his way. Recently, Netanyahu downplayed the severity of the crisis, prompting Trump to send a diplomat to pressure Israel into easing the hunger crisis.
Trump criticized Netanyahu for not taking sufficient action to address the humanitarian disaster in Gaza. Despite images of starving children, Netanyahu had minimized the situation, leading to international condemnation. The president’s actions demonstrate his frustration with Netanyahu’s handling of the crisis and his desire for a cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas.
The recent escalation of violence, including Israeli strikes on Syria and a missile attack on Gaza’s only Catholic church, has left many concerned about the humanitarian implications of the conflict. Trump’s move reflects his efforts to shift the focus away from politics and towards addressing the suffering of innocent civilians in the region.
Source: https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2025/07/trump-netanyahu-gaza-famine/683720