Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:11am on 08 Dec 2023,Friday International
In a crucial phone conversation between US President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Biden stressed the "critical need to protect civilians" in Gaza following the recent attacks by Hamas. The White House emphasized the call for humanitarian corridors to separate civilians from Hamas-controlled areas. While the US has defended Israel's right to self-defense, Biden expressed concern over the high number of Palestinian civilian casualties. Secretary of State Antony Blinken echoed the sentiment, urging Israel to prioritize civilian protection. Biden welcomed Israel's decision to allow more fuel but insisted on urgent, comprehensive assistance. The leaders also discussed efforts to restore a truce and expressed commitment to a "durable and sustainable peace" in the Middle East, including a Palestinian state.
