Biden makes allegations that Hamas is ‘greatly weakened’
Date
6/30/2024 8:42:28 AM
(MENAFN) In a heated debate with former President Donald Trump, United States President Joe Biden asserted that Hamas has been significantly weakened by Israel and advocated for the complete elimination of the Palestinian militant group. The debate, hosted by a news agency on Thursday, saw both candidates sparring over Middle Eastern policy and United States support for Israel.
Biden emphasized that Hamas should not be allowed to continue its operations, drawing a parallel to the United States mission against Osama bin Laden. "Hamas cannot be allowed to continue. We continue to send our experts and intelligence to help Israel deal with Hamas, just as we did with Bin Laden," Biden stated. "Hamas has been greatly weakened, and they should be eliminated."
The president also addressed the limitations his administration has placed on certain types of weaponry provided to Israel, specifically mentioning the denial of two-ton bombs due to their potential for high civilian casualties. This statement was in response to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's criticisms.
Trump countered Biden's claims, arguing that Biden's stance on the conflict was misguided. Trump contended that Israel, not Hamas, was eager to continue military operations and complete their objectives. "He said the only one who wants to keep going is Hamas. Actually, Israel is the one, and you should let them go and let them finish the job," Trump argued. He accused Biden of being overly sympathetic to the Palestinian cause while failing to garner their support.
Biden defended his administration's actions, highlighting the interception of an Iranian drone and missile barrage aimed at Israel in April as evidence of unwavering United States support. "We are the biggest provider of support for Israel than anyone in the world," Biden insisted.
The debate underscored the stark differences in foreign policy approaches between the two candidates, particularly concerning the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Biden's call for the elimination of Hamas and his defense of United States intervention drew sharp criticism and highlighted the complexities of Middle Eastern geopolitics in the context of the upcoming election.
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