Fox News Anchor Bill Hemmer Grills Netanyahu Over Media Criticism, Threatened NYT Lawsuit: You Can See There Is Suffering'

Netanyahu discussed rising anti-Semitism in America, particularly among the youth, during an interview. He criticized the media's portrayal of Israel, citing misleading stories that misrepresented facts, particularly from The New York Times. Netanyahu stated that the truth about Israel's humanitarian efforts would eventually surface despite the campaign of vilification. He asserted the necessity for independent reporting, instructing the military to allow journalists to view the situation in Gaza. His belief was rooted in the conviction that honest reporting can clarify the reality of Israel's actions.

Netanyahu argued that we have to contend with the campaign of vilification done by so-called reputable news media. He mentioned a New York Times story showcasing a Palestinian mother with a supposedly starved child, claiming the child had cerebral palsy, highlighting the media's misrepresentation of facts. "It takes time. People will see the humanitarian surge. People will see our efforts to prevent civilian casualties," he said, emphasizing that eventually, truth prevails.

In addressing the issue of journalism and misinformation, Netanyahu said, "The New York Times puts out a major story on the front page... and then it corrects it with a denial the size of a postage stamp buried in the back pages." He criticized media handling of information regarding the situation in Gaza and insisted that allowing independent reporters access could help convey the reality of the situation.

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