The United States has stopped sending thousands of bombs to Israel to try to pressure Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to stop an imminent army attack on the Gaza Strip city of Rafah.
The decision made in recent days by the Biden administration involves the delivery of 1,800 900 kg bombs and another 1,700 225 kg bombs. US Defense Secretary Austin Lloyd confirmed this Wednesday that the decision to suspend the deployment is related to the Israeli offensive in Rafah. “We have made it clear from the outset that Israel cannot launch a large-scale attack on Rafah without taking into account the need to protect civilians,” he said, adding that the decision “is not final” and that the US stands by its position. “unwavering commitment” to defending Israel.
Meanwhile, Israel and Hamas this Wednesday resumed talks in Cairo on a ceasefire followed by the release of hostages, but Israeli envoys were “pessimistic” about any significant progress.
Author: Ricardo Ramos
Source: CM Jornal
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