US President Joe Biden is scheduled to visit Israel on Wednesday to show his unwavering support for the nation as it grapples with a challenging situation involving the terrorist group Hamas. This announcement was made by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken during a press conference. President Biden’s visit comes at a critical juncture for Israel, the region, and the world. He intends to reaffirm the United States’ solidarity with Israel, reiterating that Israel has both the right and the responsibility to protect its citizens from Hamas and other terrorist threats.
Furthermore, President Biden will work closely with Israeli authorities to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas. This visit will also serve as an opportunity for the President to receive a comprehensive briefing on Israel’s war aims and strategy. The focus is on minimizing civilian casualties and facilitating humanitarian aid delivery to civilians in Gaza in a manner that doesn’t benefit Hamas. The United States and Israel have agreed to develop a plan that ensures humanitarian assistance from donor nations and international organizations reaches the people of Gaza.
The White House has also issued a statement regarding President Biden’s visit, emphasizing the importance of supporting Israel in the face of recent events. Following his visit to Israel, President Biden is expected to travel to Amman, Jordan, where he will meet with key regional leaders to discuss the humanitarian needs of civilians in Gaza and address the broader situation.
It’s worth noting that the Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, had extended an invitation to President Biden to visit Israel. Israel continues to take actions to target those responsible for recent events.
