Posted 3/17/2024, 11:45:43 AM
Scholz Warns Israel that Rafah Assault Would Jeopardize Regional Peace Prospects
- Scholz says Israeli assault on Rafah would make regional peace "very difficult" due to civilian casualties
- Scholz to argue against Rafah offensive in talks with Netanyahu during trip to region
- Scholz "Right now it is about ensuring we come to a long-lasting ceasefire" to prevent Rafah ground offensive
- Scholz Israel has right to protect itself but cannot directly threaten Gaza residents who fled to Rafah
- Scholz met with Jordan's King Abdullah, both stress importance of long-term Israeli-Palestinian peace prospects