The President of the United States, Joe Biden, has criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s handling of the Gaza situation, calling it a “mistake” and urging Israel to declare a ceasefire. Biden made these comments during an interview with Univision television on Tuesday. He expressed his disagreement with Netanyahu’s recent military operation, which resulted in casualties among American workers and damaged infrastructure in Gaza. Biden reiterated his call for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire, emphasizing the need for uninterrupted access to food and medical supplies for the Palestinian population. He also highlighted the suffering caused to innocent civilians by Israeli airstrikes in Gaza. Biden acknowledged Israel’s right to defend itself, while stressing the importance of ending hostilities.

Biden went on to emphasize the urgency of providing additional assistance to the Gaza Strip, stating that Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Egypt have already expressed their preparedness to provide aid. He stressed that no humanitarian crisis should be allowed to persist. The situation in Gaza continues to be a matter of concern as tensions between Israel and Palestine escalate. Biden’s remarks reflect the United States’ efforts to intervene and broker a peaceful resolution in the ongoing conflict. As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen how these calls for ceasefire and humanitarian assistance will be received and acted upon by Israel and other international actors.