"Biden and Irish Leader Address Gaza Crisis on St. Patrick's Day"

President Biden and Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar used the St. Patrick’s Day celebration at the White House to address the humanitarian situation in Gaza, with Varadkar expressing empathy for the Palestinian people and calling for increased humanitarian aid and a cease-fire deal. Biden emphasized the need for a two-state solution for Israel and the Palestinians, while Varadkar highlighted Ireland's historical empathy for the Palestinians due to their own struggles. Varadkar also raised concerns over Israel's bombing tactics and expressed support for the administration's efforts to secure a temporary cease-fire, but the White House has stated that there are no plans to leverage military aid to Israel.