On Tuesday, President Joe Biden hosted Israeli President Isaac Herzog in the Oval Office, continuing a series of high-level discussions centered on U.S.-Israel relations and ongoing regional conflicts. However, the meeting took an unexpected turn when Biden lashed out at a female reporter from Israel’s News 13 who asked a pointed question about a potential hostage deal.
As the press gathered for the usual photo opportunity, Neria Kraus, a reporter for News Israel 13, seized the moment to ask Biden a critical question:
“President Biden, do you think we can get a hostage deal by the end of your term?”
Rather than providing a straightforward answer, Biden offered a sharp retort.
“Do you think that you can get hit in the head by the camera behind you?” he responded, referring to the crowded room filled with press and equipment.
The reporter later posted the exchange on social media, sparking widespread reactions. In her tweet, Kraus shared the video with the caption:
“I asked President Biden if he thinks that he can get a hostage deal done by the end of his term. He answered, commenting on the number of cameramen in the room: ‘Do you think that you can get hit in the head by the camera behind you?’”
The clip quickly went viral, drawing criticism and debate over Biden’s handling of the press.
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After the exchange, Biden resumed the meeting with Herzog without addressing the reporter’s question directly. Turning to Herzog, he welcomed him warmly:
“Well, Mr. President, welcome back to the Oval Office and the White House. You’ve been a friend for a long time, a personal friend. And you know my commitment to Israel is ironclad, and we share a deep friendship.”
Herzog reciprocated the sentiment, expressing gratitude for Biden’s support and the U.S.’s unwavering alliance with Israel. However, Herzog also used the opportunity to bring attention to the latest violence in Israel and the dire situation involving hostages in Gaza.
Herzog began by sharing somber news:
“In the last two hours, two Israelis were murdered by rocket attacks from Lebanon in the northern town of Nahariya, a beautiful seashore town in the northern part of Israel. Early in the day, a kindergarten teacher… rescued, bravely and wisely, the toddlers in the kindergarten from a drone attack. A drone exploded in the kindergarten.”
Herzog’s remarks painted a grim picture of the escalating violence in the region. He then highlighted the ongoing hostage crisis, emphasizing the severity of the situation:
“In Gaza, we have 101 hostages. Over 400 days, I know, Mr. President, that you… are day-in, day-out, actively seeking their safe return home as they are going through hell in the dungeons of Gaza.”
Biden’s commitment to resolving the hostage crisis has been a cornerstone of his administration’s Middle East policy. However, moments like the tense interaction with Kraus cast a shadow over these efforts. Critics argue that Biden’s sharp response reflects a pattern of testy exchanges with the press, raising questions about his communication style under pressure.
The broader issue of hostage negotiations remains a complex challenge. In recent months, efforts to secure the release of hostages in Gaza have been hampered by ongoing violence and political tensions. Biden’s administration has worked closely with Israel to address the crisis, but progress has been slow.
The President’s response to Kraus drew mixed reactions from the public and political commentators. Supporters defended Biden, suggesting his comment was lighthearted or a reaction to the chaotic environment in the room. Others, however, criticized him for dismissing a serious question about a critical issue.
Social media platforms lit up with debates. Some users expressed concern over Biden’s tone, calling it inappropriate, especially toward a female reporter. Others focused on the substance of Kraus’s question, emphasizing the importance of holding leaders accountable on sensitive topics like hostage negotiations.
While the Oval Office meeting was intended to underscore the strong U.S.-Israel partnership, the interaction between Biden and Kraus highlighted the delicate balance between diplomacy and media scrutiny. As Biden continues to navigate complex international crises, his exchanges with the press will remain under close watch.
For now, the question remains unanswered: Will a hostage deal be secured by the end of Biden’s term? Despite the awkward exchange, the urgency of the issue persists, leaving many hopeful for a resolution in the coming months.
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That answer only proves that Joe didn’t understand the question or he had one of his absent minded answers Joe only answered the only thing he could think of saying..
Creepy Joe ByteMe should be in prison awaiting execution for treason.
That smug and extremely arrogant, twisted evil man who has had absolutely undeserved political position and influence for several decades is nothing but a “traitor and servant of the Devil!” He should have been tried and executed long ago!
He doesn’t care about anything especially “we the garbage” but even including “what awaits him when he kicks the bucket,” but “when he is in hell he will regret it and be tormented for eternity;” so smoke that you total fraud!
Then, there are those, who swore up and down, that his mind was find , these past four years. Don’t forget their betrayal. Don’t forget their names.