Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a sharp rebuke to European leaders on Monday, accusing them of rewarding Hamas’ October 7 attack by demanding an end to Israel’s defensive war and pushing for a Palestinian state.

In a statement, Netanyahu outlined Israel’s position, emphasizing the need for Hamas’ destruction and Gaza’s demilitarization while aligning with President Trump’s vision for peace.

“By asking Israel to end a defensive war for our survival before Hamas terrorists on our border are destroyed and by demanding a Palestinian state, the leaders in London, Ottawa and Paris are offering a huge prize for the genocidal attack on Israel on October 7 while inviting more such atrocities,” Netanyahu said.

He described the war’s origins, stating, “The war began on October 7 when Palestinian terrorists stormed our borders, murdered 1,200 innocent people and abducted over 250 more innocents to the dungeons of Gaza.”

Netanyahu called for European leaders to adopt President Trump’s approach, asserting, “Israel accepts President Trump’s vision and urges all European leaders to do the same. The war can end tomorrow if the remaining hostages are released, Hamas lays down its arms, its murderous leaders are exiled and Gaza is demilitarized. No nation can be expected to accept anything less and Israel certainly won’t.”

Framing the conflict as a broader struggle, he concluded, “This is a war of civilization over barbarism. Israel will continue to defend itself by just means until total victory is achieved.”

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