A senior Israeli minister has stirred up controversy by suggesting that President Joe Biden is not fully backing Israel's efforts in the conflict with Hamas in Gaza. Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's national security minister, implied that if Donald Trump were still in power, Israel would have more freedom to combat Hamas.

Ben-Gvir's remarks have sparked outrage among Israeli officials, highlighting the delicate nature of the relationship between Israel and its key ally, the United States.

During Secretary of State Anthony Blinken's fifth visit to the war-torn region since Israel began its offensive in Gaza, Ben-Gvir's comments have raised concerns. The Biden administration has been criticized for expediting arms shipments to Israel and blocking international calls for a ceasefire, but it has also urged Israel to minimize civilian casualties and increase aid to Gaza.

In an interview with The Wall Street Journal, Ben-Gvir accused Biden of hindering Israel's military efforts, stating that instead of offering full support, Biden was focused on providing humanitarian aid and fuel to Gaza, which ultimately benefits Hamas. He contrasted this with what he believed would be a different approach under Trump's leadership.

Ben-Gvir's remarks have drawn criticism from within Israel, with retired General Benny Gantz, a member of Netanyahu's War Cabinet, condemning him for causing damage to US-Israeli relations. The Palestinian Foreign Ministry also condemned Ben-Gvir's comments as racist and called for international sanctions against him.

While not directly naming Ben-Gvir, former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserted that he did not require assistance in managing relations with the US and the international community.

Ben-Gvir and other far-right figures in Netanyahu's coalition have advocated for the voluntary mass emigration of Palestinians from Gaza and the reinstatement of Jewish settlements, a stance opposed by the Biden administration.

The possibility of Netanyahu's government being destabilized looms as members threaten to withdraw support if they perceive him as being too lenient on Hamas. Netanyahu has defended the military's actions, describing them as "very aggressive raids."

The conflict in Gaza has caused widespread destruction, displacing a large portion of the population and leading to severe humanitarian crises. According to Gaza's Health Ministry, the death toll has risen significantly, while Hamas's attack on Israel in October resulted in numerous casualties and abductions.

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