Mr. Biden has warned publicly and privately about the need to avoid a regional war, one that could easily escalate into direct conflict between Israel and Iran.
With only four months left in office, the chances of a cease-fire and hostage deal with Hamas look dimmer than at any time since Mr. Biden laid out a plan.
In public, administration officials insist they have not given up. They say they simply cannot move ahead while missiles are bringing death and destruction to northern Israel and southern Lebanon.
Jake Sullivan, Mr. Biden's national security adviser, insisted over the weekend. He spoke just hours after Israel killed a Hezbollah leader wanted for his role in tw.
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