Biden Weighs Israeli Actions in Gaza Amid War Crime Allegations, Stays Course

President Joe Biden considered new intelligence regarding potential War crime allegations against Israeli actions in the Gaza Strip but chose to maintain U.S. support for Israel amidst the ongoing conflict.

• In Washington, D.C., President Joe Biden reviewed intelligence suggesting that Israel and U.S. allies may be breaching international humanitarian law during the ongoing offensive in the Gaza Strip.
• Despite concerns raised by advisers regarding potential War crime implications, the Federal government of the United States decided against reducing military and diplomatic support for Israel.
• The Israel Defense Forces have been criticized for their actions against Palestinians, with some former U.S. officials noting that the conduct of the conflict raises serious legal questions.