US President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Discuss Recent Gaza Incident
US President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are scheduled to have a conversation following a recent tragic incident in Gaza. This will be their first call since an Israeli airstrike resulted in the deaths of seven aid workers.
Biden’s Response to the Incident
President Biden expressed his outrage over the deaths of the aid workers, who were part of the US-based World Central Kitchen group. He emphasized the importance of Israel taking more measures to protect aid workers and civilians in such situations.
Details of the Call
A US official confirmed that President Biden and Prime Minister Netanyahu will engage in discussions on the matter. Netanyahu has acknowledged that the deaths of the aid workers were unintentional during the attack in Gaza.
International Reaction
The victims of the attack included individuals from various nationalities, including a US-Canadian national, three Britons, a Pole, an Australian, and a Palestinian. Biden’s strong condemnation of the incident reflects the growing frustration among nations over the lack of protection for aid workers and civilians.
US Stance on Israel’s Actions
While reiterating support for Israel’s right to defend itself, the White House expressed concerns over the repeated failure to safeguard aid workers and civilians. Despite the criticism, there are no immediate plans to halt arms deliveries to Israel, a key US ally.
Recent Tensions and Future Discussions
Tensions between President Biden and Prime Minister Netanyahu have been on the rise, with the two leaders holding differing views on certain actions. An upcoming visit by an Israeli delegation to Washington indicates ongoing efforts to address the situation and maintain diplomatic relations.