U.S. officials clarified that the operations in Rafah do not constitute a significant ground offensive that would prompt a shift in U.S. policy or a suspension of weapons supplies.
Following a deadly airstrike that caused a major fire in Rafah, Israeli forces advanced deeper into the city, prompting global outrage over civilian casualties. On Tuesday, Israeli tanks were seen in central Rafah, and U.S. aid deliveries to Gaza were halted due to damage. National Security Council spokesman John Kirby stressed that the United States was closely monitoring the situation and did not consider Israel’s actions a “major ground operation” that would breach President Biden’s warnings and alter U.S. policy, including the potential halt of weapons shipments.
National Security Council spokesman John Kirby clarified:
National Security Council spokesman John Kirby clarified that a major ground operation involves thousands of troops conducting coordinated maneuvers against various targets. A U.S. official stated that while the deadly strike in Rafah was tragic, it appeared to be a misguided airstrike rather than a deliberate ground invasion. President Biden had previously warned that a full-scale incursion into Rafah would result in a halt to certain U.S. weapons supplies. Israeli officials have indicated that their tanks are operating along the Philadelphi Corridor, not within central Gaza itself, according to Kirby.
The White House clarified that Israel’s recent military activities in Rafah:
Kirby’s remarks came shortly after an Israeli airstrike ignited a fire in Rafah’s Tal al-Sultan neighborhood, resulting in at least 45 deaths, including children. Hala Rharrit, a former U.S. diplomat who resigned over Washington’s Gaza policy, criticized the Biden administration for redefining its “red line” regarding civilian casualties. She questioned the distinction between ground invasions and aerial bombings.
The attack has intensified global pressure, with the U.N. top court ordering Israel to cease:
The attack has intensified global pressure, with the U.N. top court ordering Israel to cease its offensive and the Security Council considering a resolution to enforce a Gaza cease-fire. During Tuesday’s White House briefing, when asked how many casualties it would take for President Biden to alter his policy, John Kirby expressed offense, emphasizing that the administration does not want any innocent lives lost.
The IDF has conducted a lengthy ground offensive in Gaza, resulting in over 36,000 deaths, as reported by the Gaza Health Ministry. This offensive followed Hamas’ October 7 attacks, which killed around 1,200 people and led to the capture of about 250 hostages. President Biden’s stance on the “red line” recalls a similar warning by former President Obama during the Syrian civil war.
Israel presented a new cease-fire proposal to:
Israel presented a new cease-fire proposal to Qatari, Egyptian, and American mediators on Monday, aiming for “sustainable calm” but not a complete end to the conflict, according to an Israeli official. However, senior Hamas official Basem Naim stated that Hamas had not received any such proposal. Israel Defense Forces spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari reported ongoing investigations into the airstrike that caused a fire, resulting in numerous casualties. The strike targeted two senior Hamas militants, but the fire, possibly ignited by weapons or a fuel tank in the area, was unexpected.
Critics accused President Obama of failing to act when the “red line” he set for Syria’s use of chemical weapons was crossed. Political opponent John McCain remarked that the Obama administration’s red line seemed to be “written in disappearing ink,” suggesting that it lacked enforceability and consequences.
Critics accused President Obama of failing to act when the “red line” he set for Syria’s use of chemical weapons was crossed. Political opponent John McCain remarked that the Obama administration’s red line seemed to be “written in disappearing ink,” suggesting that it lacked enforceability and consequences.
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