Posted 11/29/2023, 8:33:00 PM
Biden Urges Israel to Limit Civilian Casualties While Affirming Right to Self-Defense
- Biden campaign statements perceived by some as call for Israel to cease military operations against Hamas
- Biden reaffirmed Israel's right to self-defense while urging reduction in casualties
- Biden campaign spokesman clarified not calling for end to Israel's campaign against Hamas
- Biden emphasized need to end violence cycle and pursue two-state solution
- Some Republicans outraged by statements, accused Biden of pressuring Israel and "moral bankruptcy"