Israeli-Palestinian conflict
American and Israeli officials discuss potential expansion of Israel's war against Hamas to the southern Gaza city of Rafah, despite U.S. opposition on humanitarian grounds. President Biden urges Israel to refrain from large-scale incursion without credible plan to safeguard noncombatants.
Key Points
- American and Israeli officials hold virtual talks on potential expansion of Israel's war against Hamas to Rafah
- U.S. opposes the move on humanitarian grounds
- President Biden urges Israel to refrain from large-scale incursion without credible plan to safeguard noncombatants