Staff Reports
The Israeli Defense Forces are gearing up to enter Rafah, a city in Gaza where 8000 Hamas terrorists are expected to make their last stand. This impending operation comes after Hamas rejected another ceasefire offer from Israel, the United States, and other Arab countries while also holding 133 hostages, including Americans, possibly underground in Rafah.
In Defiance of Biden, Israel Prepares to Finish Hamas
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For months, the Biden administration has tried to prevent Israel from moving into the southern city, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu deciding to defy President Joe Biden’s warning not to proceed with the operation. However, the administration is withholding congressionally approved ammunition to the IDF. This decision has drawn criticism from former U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman, who argues that the withheld weaponry is crucial for helping Israel minimize civilian casualties during the operation to eliminate the four Hamas battalions.
Additionally, it is evident that President Biden’s foreign policy stance has changed, as he previously stated that “Hamas must be eliminated entirely” but now is against Israel’s entry into Rafah to eradicate Hamas. This shift has raised questions about whether pressure from pro-Hamas voters is influencing the administration’s decisions.
The IDF has initiated evacuations in eastern Rafah to ensure the safety of civilians, employing methods such as dropping leaflets, text messages, phone calls, and media announcements in Arabic. The move into Rafah is seen as a necessary step to counter the ongoing threat posed by Hamas and safeguard Israeli citizens.
The impending IDF operation in Rafah is a crucial endeavor to neutralize the terrorist threat posed by Hamas and protect innocent lives. The Biden administration’s decision to withhold ammunition from Israel and its shifting stance on the issue have come under scrutiny, raising concerns about the influence of political pressure on foreign policy decisions.
