Mounting Pressure on Netanyahu Over Gaza Crisis

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces mounting pressure from both domestic protests and international leaders to agree to a ceasefire with Hamas after the killing of six hostages. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris criticized Netanyahu for not doing enough to end the nearly 11-month conflict and secure the release of remaining hostages. Tens of thousands of Israelis, including major labor unions, participated in strikes and protests, accusing Netanyahu of failing to protect hostages and calling for a truce. Despite the pressure, Netanyahu remains defiant, insisting on maintaining control over the Philadelphi Corridor along the Gaza-Egyptian border as a non-negotiable point in any ceasefire deal. The Biden administration, along with mediators from Egypt and Qatar, is working on a final ceasefire proposal to present to both parties. The UK has also suspended certain arms exports to Israel, citing potential violations of international humanitarian law.