Biden warns US will halt arms to Israel over Rafah offensive
The Guardian — May 9, 2024, 01:00 AM UTC
Summary: President Biden warned Israel that the US would halt arms shipments if a major invasion of Rafah occurred. The US paused a shipment of 1,800 2,000-pound bombs and 1,700 500-pound bombs. Biden emphasized continuing to provide defensive weapons like the Iron Dome. Israel's offensive has killed 34,789 Palestinians, with Biden cautioning against civilian casualties. Hamas accused Israel of not being serious about ceasefire negotiations. Israeli authorities demolished around 50 Bedouin homes in the Negev desert.
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