Despite ramping up criticism of Bibi, the president still has yet to substantially change his policies on Israel, which continues to forge ahead with its ground operation in Gaza.
“Some may wonder how are you pressuring Israel while you are still continuing to support them financially and militarily, and even in the United Nations by vetoing any resolution that commits for an immediate ceasefire,” Bassairy said. Blinken, pointing to the new ceasefire resolution the U.S. put before the U.N.
While the president has steadfastly supported Israel since Hamas’ terror attack last fall, he recently said that Netanyahu’s actions are “contrary to what Israel stands for” and that a major ground operation in Rafah would cross a “red line.” Meanwhile, in the Senate, several Democrats have called on Biden to halt weapons transfers if Israel continues impede humanitarian aid. And perhaps most notably: Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, the highest ranking Jewish official in the U.S.
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