Obama emphasizes the urgent need for understanding in the Israel-Palestinian conflict

Former President Barack Obama emphasized the need to acknowledge the complexity of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in order to find a way forward. He criticized the discourse on social media and "TikTok" activism, urging people to engage in meaningful conversations with those they disagree with. Obama highlighted the importance of recognizing the atrocities committed by both sides and the unbearable conditions faced by Palestinians under occupation. As the Israeli military intensifies its offensive against Hamas, American officials believe there is limited time to achieve objectives before the humanitarian crisis reaches a tipping point.