More information is now available from the US statement about Antony Blinken‘s meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
It said Blinken repeated the US’s support for “Israel’s right to defend itself from terrorist violence” while following international humanitarian rules.
But it also says: “The secretary emphasized the need to consider the needs of civilians and humanitarian aid in southern Gaza before starting any military actions there. ”
Since the war started, the health ministry in Gaza run by Hamas has reported that more than 14,800 people have been killed in Israel’s retaliation, including around 6,000 children.
As our reporter mentioned before, it seems like the US is telling Israel to change their tactics.
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US orders Israel to safeguard civilians in Gaza prior to start of hostilities
