Biden betrays Israel for the feeling of a few clueless college students
President Biden withheld arms for Israel's offensive in Rafah, signaling a shift in support amidst concerns for human rights and civilian casualties. [ more ]
Biden's frustrations with Netanyahu meaningless' without action: Analysts
Joe Biden is reportedly frustrated with Israel and its Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over their actions in Gaza.
Despite Biden's frustrations, analysts say his comments behind closed doors mean little if he doesn't exert pressure on Israel to end its military offensive.
Israel is currently carrying out a military campaign in Gaza, and there are concerns about an expected ground offensive in the city of Rafah. [ more ]
World leaders warn Israel against catastrophic' Rafah ground offensive
Australia, Canada and New Zealand are urging Israel to abandon plans for a ground offensive in Rafah and calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire.
World leaders, including Spain, Ireland, and the UK, are pressuring Israel to comply with human rights obligations in Gaza and to consider the impact of its actions on civilians. [ more ]
We're going to do it': Israeli PM set on invasion of Rafah
Israel plans to invade the city of Rafah in southern Gaza despite international alarm over the potential for civilian casualties.
Prime Minister Netanyahu has stated that civilians need to be evacuated from Rafah before any ground invasion, but it is unclear where they would go. [ more ]
Panic in hemmed-in Rafah as Israel PM orders troops to prepare ground entry
Panic is growing in Rafah over an imminent ground invasion after Israel's prime minister rejected Hamas's truce plan and rebuffed US efforts to reach a deal.
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that a ground invasion of Rafah would worsen the humanitarian crisis and have significant regional consequences. [ more ]
Kamala Harris Is Noncommittal on Gaza, the Border and TikTok
Vice President Harris declined to provide specific responses on potential scenarios with Israel, border security legislation, and TikTok.
Harris reiterated opposition to Israel invading Rafah, stating it would be a 'huge mistake' and expressed concerns about the situation in Rafah. [ more ]