Biden and Netanyahu Relationship Faces Tensions Amid Gaza Crisis
• Biden and Netanyahu had a tense phone call in January over media reports that the US was planning for a post-Netanyahu government
• The leaders aired grievances and frustrations have grown as divergent interests test their relationship amid the Gaza crisis
• Biden has faced political pressure domestically over his refusal to call for a permanent ceasefire
• Netanyahu faces political vulnerability at home over failing to anticipate the events leading to the war
• Despite tensions, the relationship remains productive with both leaders aligned on some key issues