Washington, DC – Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, the United States sent diplomat Amos Hochstein to Israel to promote de-escalation, yet a week later, Israel launched a deadly attack on Lebanon. This move, which resulted in the deaths of nearly 500 people, has raised questions about US support for Israel and its diplomatic efforts in the region.
Experts have criticized the US administration for failing to secure a ceasefire in Gaza and for providing unwavering support to Israel, despite warnings of a regional war. The conflict in Lebanon, which has killed hundreds, is seen as an extension of the violence in Gaza, further highlighting the failure of US policy in the region.
Critics have accused President Joe Biden of being a passive enabler of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and failing to pressure Israel to moderate its stance. Despite calls for de-escalation, Washington has refrained from condemning Israeli attacks and continues to supply weapons to Israel.
The US government has been accused of shifting the goalposts and not holding Israel accountable for its actions. Experts argue that the US’s refusal to recognize the severity of the situation could lead to further escalation and loss of lives in the region.
As the conflict between Israel and Lebanon intensifies, experts warn that the Biden administration must take a more proactive approach to prevent a full-scale regional war. The lack of effective diplomatic efforts and the unequal treatment of Arab and Israeli lives have exacerbated the crisis, leaving the region on the brink of catastrophe.
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