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Rafah, red lines, and the Biden presidency

May 30, 2024
Former U.S. Ambassador to Syria, Robert S. Ford, discusses Biden's stance on Israeli airstrikes in Rafah and the challenges in the Middle East. They explore American complicity in arms supply, division within the Democratic Party on Israel policy, and the impact of a Trump presidency on American-Israeli relations.
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  • The Israeli airstrike in Rafah raises concerns about President Biden's foreign policy in the Middle East.
  • There is a challenge for the Biden administration in balancing support for Israel and adhering to international institutions amidst conflicts in the Middle East.

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Implications of President Biden's Foreign Policy in the Middle East

President Biden's foreign policy in the Middle East regarding the Israeli airstrike on the displaced Palestinians in Rafa has raised concerns. Despite President Biden's assurances that American weapons would not be used against Rafa, there was a significant attack leading to civilian casualties, sparking international criticism. The scale of the operation in Rafa, resulting in a high number of civilian deaths, calls into question the justification of the mission and its impact on America's relationship with Israel.

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