An Israeli military spokesman said that Israeli soldiers had surrounded Gaza’s largest city. White House officials said they would urge Israel to “pause” its bombardment on humanitarian grounds.
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Is a 2-State Solution Between Israel and Palestinians Still Feasible?
As President Biden and other Western leaders promote the idea, some diplomats and analysts say the Hamas-Israel war may breathe new life into it.
Netanyahu Rejects Calls for a Cease-fire Against Hamas in Gaza
Israel’s prime minister adopted a defiant tone in a rare news briefing, saying that the country would not agree to a halt in attacks because, he argued, doing so would strengthen Hamas.
Biden’s Support for Israel Now Comes With Words of Caution
The administration has become more critical of Israel’s response to the Hamas attacks, a shift that U.S. officials attribute to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
How Years of Israeli Failures on Hamas Led to a Devastating Attack
Israeli officials completely underestimated the magnitude of the Oct. 7 attacks by Hamas, shattering the country’s once invincible sense of security.
For Israel’s Netanyahu, War in Gaza and at Home
Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, apologized for accusing military and security officials of lapses that led to the Hamas massacre but declined to accept responsibility himself.
They Refused to Serve. Now They’re Supporting Israel’s War Effort.
The Brothers in Arms group helped lead protests against the government, with members vowing to ignore military call-ups. But after the Hamas attacks, it pivoted to aid those affected by the conflict.
Netanyahu Apologizes for Blaming Israeli Officials in Hamas Attack
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has not taken responsibility for Israel’s lapses in the Oct. 7 massacre, deleted a social media post in which he had pointed a finger at security agencies.
Biden’s Defense of Israel Is Rooted in a Long Career
The president’s “unwavering support” for Israel stems from childhood dinner table conversations and half a century of trips to the Jewish state. But it puts him at odds with some in his own party.
Gaza’s Tunnels Loom Large for Israel’s Ground Forces
Hamas is believed to hide weapons, fighters and even command centers in miles of subterranean pathways and chambers.