Washington, Dec 13: In his sharpest criticism of Israel since Hamas launched large-scale attacks on October 7, President Joe Biden asserted that support for the Jewish state is declining because of “indiscriminate bombing.” Gaza Strip.
Speaking at a fundraising event for donors Tuesday night, the president emphasized that while Israel’s security has traditionally depended on the support of the United States, it currently depends on the support of the European Union, Europe and much of the world. Supported by parts. However, Biden cautioned that that support is declining due to indiscriminate bombing in Gaza.
Despite this criticism, Biden reaffirmed the need to counter Hamas, and clearly stated that Israel has “an absolute right” to confront the terrorist group. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to Biden’s comments by saying the US fully supports Israel’s ground war and its objective of eliminating Hamas and rescuing the hostages. Netanyahu also claimed that international pressure to stop the war had been thwarted by Washington.
While Biden has consistently voiced public support for Israel since the beginning of the Hamas offensive, he faces growing pressure domestically, particularly from fellow Democrats, to halt Israel’s ongoing military offensive into Hamas-controlled territory. has suffered.
The conflict has caused heavy casualties, with more than 18,400 casualties as a result of Israeli bombardment of Gaza since October 7, when Hamas breached Israel’s heavily fortified border, leading to the tragic loss of 1,200 people.
