"Democratic Pressure Mounts on White House Over Israel Policy Clarity"

Democratic Senator Chris Van Hollen expressed uncertainty about the White House's position on conditioning aid to Israel amid the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, emphasizing the need for enforcement of President Biden's national security memorandum. Van Hollen also highlighted the $14 billion aid package for Israel held up in the House of Representatives and called for the administration to adhere to its own policy. White House national security communications adviser John Kirby indicated that President Biden had warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about potential changes in U.S. policy if improvements in the humanitarian situation in Gaza are not seen.