"Biden's Complex Relationship with Israel: Navigating Gaza and America's Image in the Middle East"

Joe Biden's unwavering support for Israel's offensive in Gaza can be traced back to his long-standing affinity for the country, dating back to a meeting with Menachem Begin in 1982. Despite growing anger over the civilian casualties in Gaza, Biden has continued to back Israel's right to retaliate against Hamas, even as calls within the US to halt weapons shipments to Israel gain traction. While Biden has expressed concern for Palestinian civilians, his stance remains rooted in a belief in Israel's importance for US interests in the region, leading to criticism from younger generations and some within his own party.