Biden Threatens Weapon Halt for Israeli Army in Gaza, Sparks Outcry and Uncertainty

According to newly disclosed information from Biden’s meeting with Netanyahu on Monday, the U.S. President stated that if Israeli forces entered the city of Rafah in Gaza, the U.S. Would halt the supply of weapons to the Israeli army. In response, Netanyahu reportedly remarked, “If we have to, we will fight with our bare hands.” This revelation comes amidst intense scrutiny and criticism from both Republicans and Democrats regarding Biden’s pledge to impede weapon transfers to Israel during its ongoing confrontations with Hamas. Some political commentators, such as Rep. Richie Torres (D-NY), have suggested that this move may be politically motivated, aimed at placating the far left during an election year. However, others, including former Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Michael Oren, have expressed concerns about the potential impact of these actions on Israel’s national security. Regardless, the situation remains fluid, with Israeli officials voicing their disapproval of Biden’s stance and calling into question the wisdom of halting weapon deliveries during times of conflict. Further developments in this unfolding saga are expected to emerge in the coming days.