Arab Diplomats Express Horror at Hamas Onslaught, Criticize Israel's Response
Arab diplomats from countries with ties to Israel expressed horror at the Hamas onslaught in southern Israel, which resulted in the deaths of over 1,400 people. While condemning the attacks, the diplomats criticized Israel's long-standing strategy of ignoring the Palestinian issue. They also noted that Israel's response in Gaza has strained its relationship with some Arab allies. The diplomats expressed concern over calls for Egypt to take in refugees from Gaza, as it could set a precedent for mass transfers of Palestinians from the West Bank into Jordan, which both countries oppose. The diplomats emphasized that despite the Abraham Accords, Arab sympathies and allegiances still lie with the Palestinians.