US President Joe Biden (right) shakes hands with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (left).
US President Joe Biden shakes hands with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
  • President Joe Biden said there's 'every reason' to think Netanyahu is prolonging the war for political gain.
  • His remarks came during a recent interview with TIME.
  • Biden previously laid out a plan for a permanent cease-fire and the release of hostages.

President Joe Biden in a recent interview said there's "every reason" for people to conclude that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is drawing out the war in Gaza as a way to stay in office.

Biden's remarks came while speaking with TIME, with the president giving some credence to views that have been floated since the conflict began last October.