The ongoing Gaza conflict, now in its fourth month, has resulted in over 22,000 deaths and deepened a severe humanitarian crisis in the Palestinian enclave. Central to the escalating situation is Washington's steadfast support of Israel's military actions, which many argue have surpassed the bounds of legitimate \"self-defense.\"
The Biden administration has provided substantial military and financial assistance to Israel, much of which has been furnished without congressional approval. This unwavering support has enabled Israel to conduct prolonged and intense campaigns that may not have been feasible otherwise. Furthermore, the U.S.'s strategic vetoes in the United Nations Security Council have blocked critical resolutions advocating for a ceasefire, hindering the delivery of essential humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Without consistent and timely support from the U.S., Israeli politicians might not have proposed relocating Palestinians in Gaza and beyond. Additionally, Israel's military operations have expanded into Lebanon, Syria, the West Bank, Iraq, Yemen, and Iran, broadening the conflict's regional impact. Israeli Premier Benjamin Netanyahu, bolstered by Western backing, continues his relentless campaign in Gaza, which has tarnished Israel's global standing and caused domestic economic and societal strains.
Despite frequent visits by U.S. officials to the Middle East, their presence has not translated into effective ceasefire negotiations. The Biden administration appears more focused on preventing the Gaza conflict from spiraling out of control rather than addressing the immediate humanitarian needs of civilians in Gaza or the plight of Israeli hostages.
The conflict's expansion is evident with drone strikes killing Hamas deputy leader Saleh al-Arouri in Lebanon, explosions in Iran, and intensified attacks on U.S. targets in Iraq, Syria, and the Red Sea. The Houthis' strategic maneuvers in the Red Sea further complicate the regional stability. These developments underscore a broader decline in U.S. influence on the global stage, with Washington becoming increasingly entangled in the Middle East quagmire.
The erosion of American leadership, accelerated under President Biden, has led to a marked decline in global esteem and growing skepticism about its ability to effectively manage international crises. As Washington struggles to orchestrate a multinational naval coalition to restore order, subsequent events continue to deviate from the anticipated diplomatic solutions, highlighting the challenges faced by U.S. policymakers in maintaining global credibility.
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Washington's eroding credibility due to flawed policy in the Gaza war
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