US President Joe Biden Supports Israeli Account of Deadly Hospital Attack in Gaza

During a visit to Israel, US President Joe Biden expressed his support for the Israeli account of the deadly attack on a hospital in Gaza. He blamed Palestinian resistance factions for the explosion and denounced the Palestinian movement Hamas for causing suffering. Biden made these comments during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv.

President Biden Expresses Sadness and Anger over Hospital Explosion

Biden expressed his sadness and anger over the hospital explosion in Gaza, stating that based on what he saw, it seemed as if the attack was carried out by the other team, not Israel. He acknowledged that there are people who are unsure about the situation and emphasized the need to overcome these challenges.

Controversy Surrounding the Cause of the Explosion

Gaza health authorities claimed that the explosion resulted from Israeli air strikes, causing more than 500 casualties. However, the Israeli army attributed the incident to Palestinian activists and accused the Islamic Jihad movement of firing a missile. The Israeli army promised to provide evidence supporting their claim.

Hamas Does Not Represent All Palestinians, Says Biden

Biden stressed that Hamas does not represent all Palestinians and has only brought suffering to them. He encouraged Netanyahu to prioritize saving innocent Palestinian lives and assisting those caught in the middle of the conflict.

Efforts to Provide Aid to Gaza

During Biden’s visit, Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced that Israel had agreed to collaborate with the United States on a plan to allow aid into Gaza. The region has been under siege and bombardment for 12 days and has faced an Israeli blockade for the past 16 years. Israel is considering a ground invasion after a recent Hamas incursion on October 7.

Biden’s Support for Israel

Biden expressed his pride in visiting Israel and praised the courage, commitment, and bravery of the Israeli people. Netanyahu commended Biden for being the first American president to visit Israel during a time of war and emphasized the strong bond between the two countries.