The U.S. is shifting its policy on the Gaza war by aiming to 'degrade' Hamas instead of 'defeating' it. President Biden shares Israel's goal of defeating Hamas but believes in a sustainable strategy. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu insists on entering Rafah to defeat Hamas. The U.S. is looking for alternative approaches to target key elements of Hamas without a major ground operation in Rafah.
Key Points
U.S. aims to 'degrade' Hamas instead of 'defeating' it
President Biden shares Israel's goal of defeating Hamas with a sustainable strategy
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu insists on entering Rafah to defeat Hamas
U.S. looking for alternative approaches to target key elements of Hamas without a major ground operation in Rafah
Pros
Aiming for a sustainable strategy to defeat Hamas
Seeking alternative approaches to target key elements of Hamas
Cons
Potential disagreement with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu on the strategy to defeat Hamas