State Department Official Resigns, Citing Destructive Decisions in Israel-Hamas War

A State Department official, Josh Paul, has resigned from his position, citing "destructive" and "shortsighted" decisions made by the Biden administration in relation to the Israel-Hamas conflict. Paul, who worked in the Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, expressed his disagreement with the expedited provision of lethal arms to Israel, stating that it contradicts the values the U.S. publicly espouses. The Biden administration has been increasing weapons transfers to Israel following Hamas' recent attack, but the decision has sparked division and criticism. President Biden has attempted to balance support for Israel with calls for humane treatment in the Gaza Strip. Paul's resignation reflects his disappointment with the administration's response to the conflict.