Shifting Position

The recent decision by the United States to abstain from vetoing the UN Security Council Resolution for Ceasefire and Humanitarian aid to Gaza marks a significant shift in Biden's approach to Israel and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's handling of the decades long relationship between the US and Israel. This move signals a departure from the unwavering support traditionally extended to Israel. Netanyahu's decision to persist with the operation in Rafah has drawn criticism, given the risk it poses to the lives of over a million Palestinians who have sought refuge there due to the unsafe conditions prevailing across Gaza. Domestically, Biden faces mounting pressure to reassess the US stance on the Gaza situation and its continued military aid to Israel. National polls consistently reveal dissatisfaction among the majority of Americans with the handling of the conflict and the ongoing loss of civilian lives, primarily women and children. Biden finds himself at a pivotal moment in his presidency, with the GOP likely to accuse him of abandoning Israel if he maintains this stance, while Democrats advocate for an extended ceasefire and ongoing negotiations for the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas. The evolving public perception, fueled by the harrowing images of destruction and loss of life in Gaza, underscores a shifting sentiment towards Israel among Americans, who prioritize the values of human dignity and humanitarianism.