President Joe Biden's warning to Israel over Gaza war
President Joe Biden warned Israel of a policy shift over Gaza war, urging immediate action to curtail civilian deaths and aid workers' killings. Tensions rise as domestic pressure mounts in a US election year.
Key Points
- Biden hinted at making aid conditional on changed Israeli behavior
- Biden's frustration over civilian deaths and aid workers' dangers in Gaza
- Domestic pressure mounting on Biden to leverage military aid to Israel
Pros
- Urging Israel to take immediate action to curtail civilian deaths and aid workers' killings
- Reflecting mounting tensions with Netanyahu over Gaza situation
Cons
- Facing pressure from Muslim and younger voters over support for Israel
- Balancing act between commitment to Israel and mounting opposition at home