U.S. Middle East Diplomacy in Jeopardy

The U.S. is making a final effort to broker a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas as Joe Biden approaches the end of his presidency. With escalating violence resulting in significant casualties in Gaza, including the recent airstrikes that killed numerous Palestinians, questions arise about the effectiveness of the U.S.'s support for Israel amid calls for a ceasefire. The Biden administration's decision to provide an additional $8 billion in military aid has drawn criticism, as many view it as counterproductive to peace efforts. Notably, ongoing negotiations in Qatar involve Hamas, but skepticism remains regarding the likelihood of a meaningful ceasefire agreement given Israel's aggressive actions and internal political pressures.