By: Fern Sidman

In a forceful address at the “Together As One” gathering hosted by Daystar, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appealed to Christian communities around the world to join Israel in a shared battle for truth, faith, and freedom. Speaking alongside Pastor Paula White, who previously led the White House Faith Office, Netanyahu emphasized the deep historical and moral alliance between Israel and the global Christian community, asserting that their shared values are under siege by Islamist fundamentalism and deliberate disinformation.

According to a report that appeared on Sunday on the Israel National News (INN) website, Netanyahu opened his remarks by underlining Israel’s central place in Judeo-Christian heritage. “This is the city and the land where it all began,” he declared, pointing to Jerusalem as the cradle of monotheism and the source of foundational moral principles including the sanctity of life and individual freedom. “The beginning of the idea of freedom began in this land,” he stated.

Netanyahu described the Jewish people as the pioneers of these moral ideas, especially the eventual dismantling of slavery—an innovation that formed part of the broader biblical tradition. This spiritual and ethical legacy, he argued, forms the backbone of the special bond between the United States and Israel. “We’re immersed in the Bible. We live the Bible. We have a future because we have a past,” the prime minister said, echoing themes long emphasized in his public diplomacy.

Referencing his past speech before the U.S. Congress, Netanyahu reminded the audience of the inscription from Moses that adorns the chamber wall. “That quote is not a coincidence. It reflects the deep roots of faith and freedom shared by our peoples,” he said, as reported by Israel National News.

However, much of Netanyahu’s speech was marked by a warning. He spoke of what he termed “fanatic fundamentalism”—an Islamist extremism that aims not only to subjugate Muslims who do not conform to its ideology but also to eradicate both American and Israeli influence in the Middle East. “They call America the great Satan. They call Israel the small Satan. We are a small state that stands in their way. And we fight them,” he said, noting recent joint operations with the United States under President Trump’s leadership.

In a striking segment, Netanyahu criticized what he described as a “reversal of truth” propagated by anti-Israel elements, including mainstream media and paid influencers. “Israel is now portrayed as the enemy of Christians. What folly, what lies. What a travesty of truth,” he said, as Israel National News noted in its coverage. “The only thriving Christian community in the broad radius of the Middle East is in Israel—where Christians are not tolerated, they’re cherished.”

Netanyahu offered a stark contrast with the situation in Bethlehem, under Palestinian Authority control. Once 80% Christian, the city’s Christian population has declined to below 20%, a shift Netanyahu attributed to the absence of Israeli protection. “We cherish our Christian friends. We protect Christian holy sites,” he said, listing the Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem and historical sites in Galilee, Nazareth, and Capernaum.

As Israel National News reported, Netanyahu also introduced what he called an “eighth front” in the ongoing war: the battle for truth. He urged the Christian world to stand with Israel against the spread of disinformation, asserting, “We must fight for our common values. We must stand up for the truth. And by standing up for the truth, you stand up with Israel and you stand with the Jewish people.”

Netanyahu also took the opportunity to directly address claims of Israeli-led starvation in the Gaza Strip. In no uncertain terms, he dismissed those allegations as “bold-faced lies,” arguing that Israel has consistently facilitated the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza since the beginning of the conflict. “There is no policy of starvation in Gaza, and there is no starvation in Gaza,” he said.

According to the information provided in the Israel National News report, Netanyahu offered detailed figures to support his claims. “We have supplied 1.9 million tons of food since the beginning of the war. Almost two million tons,” he stated. He described the infrastructure Israel has maintained, including safe corridors for aid delivery and hundreds of trucks waiting on the Gazan side of the Kerem Shalom Crossing.

“What is interdicting the supply of humanitarian aid is one force—Hamas,” Netanyahu insisted, accusing the terrorist group of looting aid and then turning around to blame Israel. He expressed frustration with international organizations, particularly the UN, which he accused of repeating falsehoods without acknowledging the complexity of the logistical situation. “The UN has no excuses left. Stop lying. Stop finding excuses. Do what you have to do and stop accusing Israel of this egregious falsehood,” he declared.

Turning to Israel’s war objectives, the Prime Minister reiterated his government’s resolve. “We are committed to two goals: the return of our hostages and the destruction of Hamas’ military and governing capabilities. They shall be there no more,” he said. Echoing sentiments previously reported by Israel National News, Netanyahu pledged that the horrors of October 7 would not be repeated. “We shall not have any more of these monstrosities,” he vowed.

He concluded with an impassioned call for unity, both domestically and globally. “We fought this battle together, we shall win it together,” he said, addressing the Christian ambassadors and international dignitaries in attendance. According to the information contained in the Israel National News report, Netanyahu emphasized that the alliance between Israel and the Christian world transcends politics. “It includes the vast majority of Americans and just about all Israelis—Jews and non-Jews alike. Because we know that our standing together ensures our common future.”

Expressing heartfelt thanks on behalf of the State of Israel, Netanyahu ended by affirming that the shared values of faith, freedom, and truth would guide both peoples through the challenges ahead. “With your support, we will overcome. With your faith, we will endure. With your friendship, we will prevail.”