‘Not A Vassal State’: Netanyahu Reportedly Explodes In Meeting After Biden Sets ‘Red Line’ For Israel Support

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly exploded in anger after President Joe Biden set a “red line” for his Israel support, three people with knowledge of his remarks, including one of Netanyahu’s aides, told Axios.

During an interview with CNN, Biden said he would restrict aid to Israel if it decides to invade Rafah where about one million individuals are seeking refuge. Following Biden’s remarks Netanyahu got upset in a cabinet meeting, telling the officials that he knew how to respond to pressure from the U.S. if necessary, people familiar with the remarks told Axios.

“We are not a vassal state of the United States!” he declared, three people with knowledge of his remarks, including one of Netanyahu’s aides, told Axios.