Staff Reports
Israel stands as the last bastion of democracy in the tumultuous Middle East, enduring the relentless hostility of those who would see it vanish. This small but mighty nation has transformed its desert landscape into fertile ground since its founding in 1948, thriving amidst a sea of adversaries clamoring for its destruction. In the wake of the October 7th attacks, Israelis have taken the fight to their enemies, particularly targeting the Hamas stronghold in Rafah, an operation that has been met with pushback from none other than the Biden administration.
In private discussions, Prime Minister Netanyahu has revealed the audacious warnings from U.S. leaders regarding Israel’s military actions in Gaza. The president himself issued stark cautions, suggesting that should Israel proceed with its operations, they would be left to manage alone. Netanyahu’s response, firm and unwavering, showcased his resolve. Rather than back down, he reaffirmed Israel’s intent to act independently, demonstrating that the nation would not be intimidated by U.S. threats.
Just days after Biden’s warning, Secretary of State Antony Blinken followed up with a chilling declaration, threatening that military aid would come to a halt if Israel continued its operation in Rafah. Yet, in spite of these ultimatums, Israel pressed on, showing that it prioritizes its own national security over the empty threats from Washington. Netanyahu emphasized the absurdity of predictions claiming disastrous civilian casualties, which he termed fabrications designed to stymie legitimate defense operations.
As Israeli forces continue to dismantle threats from Hamas and Hezbollah, it’s clear that the situation is far from simple. With the Biden administration’s lack of support and the ominous specter of mid-term elections, the future of U.S.-Israel relations may soon take a more favorable turn, especially as a new and more supportive administration prepares to take office. The significance of this conflict cannot be overstated; it is indeed Israel’s battle, needing only American support in the form of arms and ammunition, not entanglements or advisements.
Biden Admin Threatened to Leave Israel Twisting in the Breeze Over Rafah Operation https://t.co/XAfAe6GTMo
— Ward Clark (@TheGreatLander) November 18, 2024
The actions of the Biden administration raise concerns about who is really calling the shots. It is conspicuous that the current administration, caught in the web of its own failing foreign policy, has chosen to exert pressure on Israel, siding more with anti-Israel factions within their party. However, the impending change in leadership hints at a shift back towards a more traditional and supportive approach to an ally that continues to stand as a democratic lighthouse in a region fraught with chaos.
Biden may continue to bluster, but by January, his grip on foreign policy will not just loosen but will be completely severed. With one foot dangling on a beach chair in Delaware, he will be sidelined, as Israel returns to its rightful place on the international stage, backed by a more reliable American administration. A new era is dawning, one where allegiance to a steadfast ally like Israel will be prioritized over misguided attempts to appease its enemies.
