Diplomacy

The report from Politico suggests that President Biden harbors concerns that Netanyahu might entangle the United States in a broader conflict in the Middle East, leading to a continuous flow of American weapons to the region and potentially deploying troops. According to the report, there is fear is that such a scenario would alleviate international pressure on Israel to cease hostilities in Gaza, thereby assisting Netanyahu in navigating domestic political challenges. Additionally, the article notes a shift in Biden's public stance towards pro-Palestinian activists, indicating a responsive approach to segments of his voter base critical of his handling of the conflict.

According to one source, the Egyptian message was that "if even one Palestinian refugee crosses over – the peace agreement will be nullified." According to the source, no country would agree to absorb such a large number of Palestinian refugees, and they would become "a permanent Egyptian problem."

Israel normally considers UN and international tribunals unfair and biased. But it is sending a strong legal team to the International Court of Justice to defend its military operation launched in the aftermath of the Oct. 7 attacks by Hamas.

"Israel must be a partner of the Palestinian leaders who are willing to lead their people and living side by side in peace with Israel," he added. Settler violence, settlement expansion, home demolitions and evictions "all make it harder, not easier, for Israel to achieve lasting peace and security."

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said the announcement further "strengthens the security, economic and people-to-people ties between the United States and Israel."