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President Biden stated on Wednesday that he would not endorse an Israeli strike on Iranian nuclear facilities in response to Iran’s launch of 181 missiles at Israel, amid rising concerns of a potential regional conflict.
The remarks came a day after the significant missile assault and following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s declaration that Iran would face consequences for its actions. Biden addressed reporters briefly before boarding Air Force One.
He noted that leaders from France, Canada, Japan, Britain, Italy, and Germany had recently convened and unanimously agreed that Israel was entitled to respond “proportionally” to Iran’s military aggression.
“We will be in discussions with the Israelis regarding their next steps; however, all seven of us[[[[G7 nations]concurred on their right to respond while emphasizing the need for proportionality,” he remarked.
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When questioned about whether he would support an Israeli offensive against Iranian nuclear sites, which has been a longstanding threat from Israel, Biden replied firmly: ”The answer is no.”
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Biden also indicated that additional sanctions against Iran would be forthcoming and mentioned plans for a conversation with Netanyahu soon.
“Clearly, Iran is deviating significantly from acceptable behavior,” he added.
The missile attack by Iran has heightened tensions in a region where the Biden administration has been actively pursuing negotiations aimed at achieving a cease-fire in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas that has persisted for nearly a year now.
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This recent aggression towards Israel coincides with diminishing hopes within the Biden administration regarding an end to hostilities between Israel and Hamas.
“We are no closer to resolution than we were just one week ago,” National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby previously informed reporters while describing prospects for an agreement as “daunting.”
“No agreements are imminent,” one U.S. official conveyed to the Wall Street Journal. “I’m uncertain if it will ever materialize.”
The Role of Leadership in Regional Stability
During Tuesday’s vice presidential debate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz emphasized the importance of Democratic nominee Vice President Harris’ “steady leadership” in navigating this complex situation.
- “Vice President Harris exemplifies steady leadership characterized by calmness capable of uniting coalitions,” Walz stated.
- “Our allies matter greatly; when they witness Donald Trump aligning with figures like Vladimir Putin or North Korea, it creates instability,” he continued.
- “As articulated by our vice president today: we will safeguard our forces alongside our allies—and there will be repercussions.”
- “Donald Trump understood that instilling fear requires demonstrating strength,” Vance asserted.
- “It was essential for adversaries to recognize that any deviation from acceptable conduct would prompt U.S global leadership intervention.”
- “Regarding preemptive strikes—it’s solely up to Israel’s judgment on what measures they deem necessary for national security,” Vance explained during the debate.
- “Supporting our allies as they confront threats is imperative; that’s how we should approach matters concerning Israel.”
A Different Approach: Peace Through Strength?
Republican Senator JD Vance expressed his support for former President Trump’s doctrine of “peace through strength” concerning relations with Israel.
Vance concluded by stating it is ultimately up to Israel how they choose their course of action.
A request for comments was made by Fox News Digital directed towards both the State Department and White House.
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