Rep. Adam Smith discusses Israel's ability to launch a major offensive in Rafah without new American weapons but questions its capability to deter various entities like Iran, Hezbollah, and the Houthis without U.S. support.
Key Points
Israel can go into Rafah without U.S. support.
Questioning Israel's capability to deter various attacking entities without U.S. support.
Pros
Israel can launch a major offensive in Rafah without new American weapons.
Discussion on the importance of U.S. support for Israel's defense.
Cons
Concerns about Israel's ability to adequately deter entities like Iran, Hezbollah, and the Houthis without U.S. support.
Criticism of Prime Minister Netanyahu's strategy in the region.