US Stance Firm on Israel Support Amid Human Rights Assessment Debate

The Biden administration has faced criticism for not formally assessing whether Israel is violating international humanitarian law in Gaza, despite deflecting accusations of genocide. The U.S. has not conducted real-time assessments of Israel's war conduct, leading to increased scrutiny as President Joe Biden shows no intention of altering the U.S. stance. The administration's defense of Israeli actions without a deep investigation into military operations has drawn negative reactions, including from Senator Elizabeth Warren, who suggests imposing restrictions on military aid to Israel. Meanwhile, the U.S. conducted a retaliatory strike in Baghdad, killing a militia leader blamed for attacks against U.S. personnel.