Staff Reports
President Joe Biden seemed to waver in his support for Israel’s plan to use seawater to flood Hamas’s tunnel system in Gaza as part of their offensive against the terrorist group. The reports about this tactic emerged on Tuesday, sparking controversy and differing opinions on how to handle the situation.
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Biden, speaking to reporters after meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, appeared to express some doubts about fully endorsing the action, contrasting with his past support for Israel’s military actions in Gaza. His comments suggested a lack of confidence in the information about the tunnels and concerns about potential civilian casualties.
The president’s remarks raised eyebrows among conservative supporters of Israel, who view the country as a vital ally in the turbulent Middle East. Some even criticized Biden for seeming to question Israel’s strategy, especially given its ongoing efforts to defend itself against terrorist attacks.
The president’s comments were further scrutinized in light of his previous statements at a Democratic fundraiser, where he urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to “change” in response to global dissent over Israel’s actions following Hamas’s terrorist attacks.
With national security adviser Jake Sullivan and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin set to travel to Israel in the coming days, Biden’s hesitation has become a focal point of discussion among conservative circles, who are closely watching the administration’s approach to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
