Biden’s risky decision to support Gaza port could escalate conflict and endanger Americans, experts warn | Global News
Israel officials continue to claim that there is no urgent need for more aid in Gaza, stating that enough supplies are already entering the region, with even more food than before the war. They blame the UN for not distributing the aid properly.
However, President Joe Biden’s recent announcement regarding the Gaza port clearly indicates that the US does not agree with Israel’s stance.
This decision implies that the American government may need to send its military into Gaza to compensate for its ally’s failure.
Israel has expressed its support for this decision and has agreed to cooperate fully.
While this announcement highlights Israel’s shortcomings in handling the conflict, it also relieves them of the responsibility to address the humanitarian needs of Gaza’s civilian population.
The aid will be screened in Cyprus to prevent weapons from being smuggled in.
Additionally, by involving America in the war, Israel hopes that the US will play a more active role in Gaza after the conflict ends.
However, there are concerns about potential mission creep and the safety of American forces in Gaza, especially considering the presence of groups supported by Iran.
Further analysis on Biden’s decision can be found here.
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Israel insists no limits on aid entering Gaza
There are concerns about potential risks to American personnel in Gaza, as well as questions about the necessity of this decision. The Erez crossing on Gaza’s northern border remains closed, despite the possibility of using it to facilitate aid delivery from Israeli ports and Cyprus.
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Some find Biden’s decision to be desperate and poorly planned. It poses a significant risk for the American president, especially against an opponent who advocates for isolationism and withdrawal from global conflicts.
Ultimately, the construction of military infrastructure may take weeks, which could impact the urgent needs of the people in Gaza.
