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Joe Biden’s Warning and the Unfolding Tragedy: Israel-Hamas Conflict Updates

Amidst the escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas, US President Joe Biden has issued a stern warning to Israel, urging them to avoid reoccupying the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip. In his first significant public effort to influence the situation, President Biden’s message comes in the wake of a deadly Hamas assault that resulted in the loss of over 1,400 lives, including at least 30 Americans.
President Biden’s stance has been steadfast in supporting Israel’s right to self-defense, refraining from criticizing Israel’s retaliatory actions in Gaza, despite growing concerns of a humanitarian crisis raised by UN officials. However, his caution against a full-scale occupation of the region signifies a significant shift in his approach.
Here are the latest developments in the Israel-Hamas conflict:
•In an interview with CBS News, President Biden warned against Israel occupying the Gaza Strip, emphasizing that it would be a “big mistake.” He stressed that while the extremists within Hamas should be dealt with, Israel should refrain from a full-scale occupation, acknowledging that Hamas does not represent all Palestinian people.
•A senior official in the Biden administration revealed that the US President is considering a trip to Israel in the coming days. Discussions are underway after an invitation from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a “solidarity visit.”
•Israel is intensifying its bombardment of Gaza and preparing for a ground invasion. An extensive military buildup, including the deployment of tanks and weapons along the border fence with Gaza, points toward a coordinated attack from the air, sea, and land.
•Israel has urged Gazans to evacuate south, with hundreds of thousands heeding the call. However, Hamas has advised residents to ignore the evacuation notice. The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) have reported that Hamas has set up roadblocks to prevent Palestinians from leaving.
•The conflict has triggered a severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Hospitals are overwhelmed, running low on fuel and essential supplies. A water crisis is exacerbating the situation as Israel has halted the flow of resources to the Gaza Strip, imposing a “siege” that won’t be lifted until Israeli hostages are released.
•Egypt has increased diplomatic efforts to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The Rafah border crossing, under Egyptian control, is set to reopen to facilitate aid delivery.
•The IDF has raised concerns that a recent attack on a convoy of Gazans heading south might have been a “false flag operation” orchestrated by Hamas. The attack resulted in casualties, including children, and IDF suspects that Hamas could be targeting civilians for international support or to blame Israel.
•Fighting along Israel’s border with Lebanon has intensified, with Hezbollah militants firing rockets and an anti-tank missile. Israel responded with airstrikes and shelling. The exchange resulted in casualties on both sides of the border.
The situation in the Israel-Hamas conflict remains fluid and fraught with challenges, with President Biden’s warning adding a new layer of complexity to the ongoing crisis
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