Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to address US Congress on July 24

(Patria) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he would "present the truth" about the war against Hamas in Gaza when he addresses the US Congress on July 24 during a visit to Washington, Republican leaders said on Thursday, Reuters reported.

Netanyahu will speak at a joint session of the House of Representatives and the Senate, announced
House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell.

"I am very moved to have the privilege of representing Israel before both houses of Congress and to present the truth about our just war against those who seek to destroy us to the representatives of the American people and the entire world," Netanyahu said.

Netanyahu's visit comes amid tensions between him and US President Joe Biden, who has supported Israel's campaign in Gaza but has been critical of its tactics and withheld the delivery of some bombs.

It is unclear whether Netanyahu will meet with Biden during his visit to the US.

Biden's support for Israel has emerged as a burden for the president ahead of the November election, among some Democrats and voters who are furious over the number of civilians killed in Gaza. Republicans have criticized Biden over his stance on the war, saying he is not doing enough to help Israel.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said in a separate statement that he joined the invitation to
Netanyahu. "I have clear and profound disagreements with the prime minister, which I have expressed both privately and publicly and will continue to do so," Schumer said.

"But because America's relationship with Israel is strong and transcends any one person or prime minister, I joined the request for him to speak," he added.