US President Criticizes Israeli Prime Minister’s Handling of Gaza
US President Expresses Disagreement with Israel’s Approach
US President Joe Biden has recently expressed his concerns and disagreements with Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding the ongoing situation in Gaza, referring to it as a “mistake” in an interview.
Gaza in Need of Immediate Assistance
Highlighting the urgency of the situation, Biden stated that Gaza requires “total access to all food and medicine” for the next six to eight weeks, emphasizing the importance of humanitarian aid.
Denial of Aid Distribution
Israel has refuted claims of impeding aid or obstructing its distribution within Gaza. Furthermore, they have accused the United Nations (UN) agencies on the ground of failing to effectively deliver the aid to those in need.
Concerns Mount as Aid Workers Become Victims
Addressing the recent tragic incident involving Israeli military strikes that resulted in the deaths of seven aid workers associated with World Central Kitchen, Biden expressed his disapproval, labeling it as “outrageous.” The resources of the aid organization have reportedly been targeted.
Israel Begins to Allow Aid Flow into Gaza
Israel has announced plans to open a northern Gaza crossing and a deep water port to facilitate the entry of more aid. However, the specific details of the implementation remain undisclosed.
Domestic and International Pressures on US President
President Biden faces mounting pressure both domestically and internationally regarding the Israeli conflict. Over the past six months, he has only increased his criticism of the conduct of the war, notably directed towards Prime Minister Netanyahu.
Continued Flow of Military Supplies
While Biden has been vocal in his disapproval of the war, military supplies, including bombs, missiles, and ammunition, have not been interrupted in their delivery from the United States to Israel.
Conflict Update
The ongoing tension in the region escalated when Hamas-led gunmen launched an attack on southern Israeli border communities on October 7th, resulting in the loss of 1,200 lives and more than 250 hostages taken captive. Israel reports that 34 hostages have been confirmed dead, while the Hamas-run health ministry claims that more than 33,000 Gazans, mostly civilians, have lost their lives during Israel’s extensive offensive since October.
