Biden’s decision to halt arms sales to Israel could be seen as a major betrayal by Americans
President Biden declared, “Never forget” on Tuesday, only to forget the next day, jeopardizing the Jewish state with his actions.
Biden’s interpretation of “never again” differs from its true meaning of preventing another genocide of the Jews. He threatened to cut off weapon shipments to Israel if it entered Rafah to deal with Hamas, betraying a close ally.
Shortly after the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas on Israel, Biden’s administration took a stance that conflicted with its initial support. The administration’s actions favored pro-Hamas groups and criticized Israel, pushing for a Palestinian state against Israeli interests.
The arms embargo on Israel reflects this approach, potentially leading to long-term suffering for both Palestinians and Israelis, while emboldening Hamas and its backers.
It has also contributed to Biden’s declining popularity, contrasting with politicians like Democratic Sen. John Fetterman, who have supported Israel and seen a rise in popularity.
The inconsistent policy towards Israel has hindered potential normalization deals in the region and strained the relationship between the US and Israel, creating uncertainty and emboldening hostile actors in the Middle East.
The embargo risks escalating conflicts and undermines US credibility with allies, raising concerns about future betrayals of close partners.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has emphasized Israel’s determination to stand alone if necessary for its security and deterrence against threats like Hamas.
Michael Makovsky and Blaise Misztal from the Jewish Institute for National Security of America point out these concerns and the impact of Biden’s actions on the region and US-Israel relations.
