The address Netanyahu gave at the US Congress did little to convince Israelis one way or the other.
Netanyahu and Ben-Gvir show "positive progress" on a new security forum, but final agreements are pending and met with criticism.
Israeli officials, such as Yesh Atid leader Yair Lapid and Democrats chairman Yair Golan, thanked US President Joe Biden for his service and friendship with Israel.
Knesset extends IDF service to 36 months temporarily, sparking debate over fairness and military readiness amid financial concerns and opposition.
"They are pressuring me instead of pressuring Hamas. And it is they, the leaders of Hamas, who should be under pressure," Netanyahu also said according to sources.
Prime Minister Netanyahu said that Hamas must first be defeated, and then investigate October 7 failures.
"The government cannot continue to evade its responsibility towards the citizens of Israel, the families of the fallen, and the families of the hostages."
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