Major Rafah offensive will not defeat Hamas, according to Biden
President Joe Biden believes that a major Rafah operation by Israel will not advance the country’s objective of defeating the Hamas Palestinian militant group in Gaza, according to the White House. Kirby, a spokesman, stated that there are better ways to go after Hamas’ leadership without putting civilians at significant risk. The current negotiations for a possible hostage-release deal in Cairo have ended without resolution, and Israel plans to proceed with its operation in Rafah. U.S.-Israel consultations are ongoing about alternatives to a major ground operation in Rafah, with hopes that Israel will choose not to proceed with the offensive.