Former Biden Officials' Response to U.S. Policy on Israel's Offensive in Gaza
Former Biden administration officials who resigned over the U.S. approach to Israel's offensive in Gaza welcome President Joe Biden's threat to suspend arms shipments as a step in the right direction, but some express skepticism over real change. The U.S. has paused a weapons shipment amid concerns over a Rafah assault, but continued sending military assistance to Israel. Biden's warning to halt weapons delivery if Israel launches a full-scale attack on Rafah has sparked concern in Israel. The U.S. missed a deadline to deliver a report to Congress on Israel's use of U.S. weapons in Gaza. Former officials emphasize the importance of leveraging military aid for a diplomatic solution.
Key Points
- Former officials resigned over the U.S.'s support of Israel's offensive in Gaza
- U.S. paused a weapons shipment but continued sending military assistance to Israel
- Biden's warning to halt weapons delivery if Israel launches a full-scale attack on Rafah raised concerns in Israel
- Former officials emphasize leveraging military aid for a diplomatic solution
Pros
- Former officials view Biden's threat to suspend arms shipments as a positive step
- Calls for re-evaluation of U.S. security assistance to Israel in national interest
Cons
- Skepticism over whether the policy shift will result in substantial change
- Concern over the U.S. missing a deadline to deliver a report on Israel's use of U.S. weapons in Gaza