President Biden’s decision to withhold offensive weapons if Israel attacks Rafah has scrambled cease-fire talks. But much of the various sides’ recriminations may be to gain advantage — or shift blame.
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Israel ‘Smashing Into Rafah’ Will Not Eradicate Hamas, Biden Aide Says
The president has grown increasingly wary of a major assault in the densely populated city in southern Gaza.
Biden’s Warning Over Rafah Sharpens a Problem for Netanyahu
“If we need to stand alone, we will stand alone,” the Israeli prime minister said, as the U.S. threatened to withhold more weapons.
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Mexican officials and aides are planning for a drastic shift in U.S. relations should Donald Trump win in November.
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Biden Says the U.S. Will Not Supply Israel With Weapons to Attack Rafah
The president’s remarks underscore a growing rift over the war in Gaza. He also acknowledged that U.S. bombs have been used to kill Palestinian civilians.
Biden’s Pause on Weapons Tests Ties to Israel
President Biden hopes the decision to withhold the delivery of 3,500 bombs will prompt Israel to change course in its war in Gaza.
Biden Pressures Israel to Reach Gaza Cease-Fire and Limit Rafah Operation
The president’s threat to withhold some weapons unless the Israelis also limit civilian casualties and increase humanitarian aid has widened cracks in the relationship.
Podesta Meets With China’s Climate Envoy Amid Deep Economic Tensions
Beijing’s dominance raises economic and security concerns, and tensions will be high as top climate diplomats meet this week.
Biden Looks to Thwart Surge of Chinese Imports
The president has proposed new barriers to Chinese electric vehicles, steel and other goods in an attempt to protect his manufacturing agenda.