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world2 years ago•1 min saved

"Sec. Austin's Visit to Israel: A Tougher Message and Lessons Learned"

Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III has made his second visit to Israel since the recent conflict in Gaza, emphasizing the Biden administration's support for Israel while expressing concerns about the rising Palestinian death toll. Austin warned that Israel could face "strategic defeat" if it does not do more to protect civilians. With his military experience in combat, including urban warfare, Austin is taking a more prominent role in navigating the Gaza crisis and revealing more of himself.

via The New York Times|

#biden-administration #defense-secretary-lloyd-j-austin-iii #gaza-crisis

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

Muslim Leaders Express Disappointment with Biden's Remarks on Palestinian Deaths

Muslim leaders criticized President Joe Biden during a closed-door meeting at the White House over his comments on the Palestinian death toll and urged him to support a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas. They expressed concern about Biden's lack of confidence in the death count statistics provided by Palestinian officials and argued that his rhetoric has contributed to Islamophobia. While some attendees left the meeting hopeful, they called for more empathy towards Palestinians and requested further conversations with Palestinian Americans. The Biden administration has rejected calls for a cease-fire, emphasizing Israel's right to defend itself.

via POLITICO|

#hamas #israel #joe-biden

international-affairs2 years ago•1 min saved

Surgeon Criticizes Biden's Remark on Palestinian Casualties

Dr. Ghassan Abu-Sittah, a plastic and reconstructive surgeon, criticizes President Biden's comment on the Palestinian death toll, sharing his firsthand experience working in Gaza hospitals where supplies are running low.

via CNN|

#biden #gaza #international-affairs