President Biden's foreign policy legacy is facing intense scrutiny as his administration's stance on the Middle East continues to spark controversy.
In a speech during his final week in the Oval Office, U.S. President Joe Biden highlighted the strength of America's alliances and the weakening of adversaries. He claimed that the U.S. has not gone to war to achieve these outcomes, positioning his foreign policy record as one of strategic strength.
However, outside the State Department, protesters voiced strong opposition to Biden's policies, chanting \"Genocide Joe\" and symbolically throwing red liquid in protest of the administration's handling of civilian casualties.
Middle East: Rhetoric vs. Reality
Despite Biden's emphasis on de-escalation, his administration has been criticized for exacerbating tensions in the Middle East. The U.S. has provided substantial military support to Israel since the conflict began on October 7, 2023, and has repeatedly blocked UN Security Council resolutions calling for a ceasefire.
Josh Paul, a former senior State Department official, condemned Biden's actions, stating, \"Since October 7, we've seen a sharp increase in the transfer of arms to Israel…\" These actions have contributed to the tragic loss of over 46,000 lives in Gaza, according to Reuters.
Biden continues to defend his policies, praising Washington's support for Israel in combating Iran-backed adversaries and claiming that Iran is at its weakest in decades. Critics argue that this support comes at the expense of innocent lives in Gaza, raising serious concerns about the administration's commitment to peace and human rights.
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