Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte and emphasized the need for unity against Hamas, stating that "Hamas is ISIS." Rutte expressed his respect for Israel's efforts to defend against the attacks and restore safety. Netanyahu highlighted the severity of the situation, describing it as a battle of humanity against barbarism. Prior to the meeting, Netanyahu had conversations with the leaders of France, Spain, and the Netherlands, discussing Israel's determination to eliminate Hamas's military capabilities.