US accuses Hamas of breaking Israel ceasefire

The Biden administration holds⁤ Hamas responsible ​for the end of the ceasefire

The Biden administration has placed blame for the end of the temporary ceasefire on Hamas as it demands Israel do a better job of preventing civilian casualties in Gaza.

Before the truce’s ​expiration Friday morning, Hamas not only failed to produce‍ a list‍ of hostages it would release the coming day, as required under the terms of the agreement, but it also fired rockets toward​ Israel and a day earlier carried out⁣ a terrorist attack that killed three people‌ in⁣ Jerusalem. Israeli leaders warned that the military would be prepared to restart its operations in⁤ Gaza ⁢once the ceasefire concluded, and it did.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken ⁤condemns Hamas

“It came to an end because of Hamas. Hamas​ reneged on commitments it made,” Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Friday. “In fact, even‍ before the pause came to an end, ⁣it committed an atrocious⁢ terrorist ‌attack in⁤ Jerusalem, killing three people, wounding others, including Americans. It began firing rockets before the pause had ended. And as I said, it reneged on commitments ⁤it made in terms of‍ releasing ​certain hostages.”

During Israel’s initial ground invasion of Gaza, ⁢Israeli forces effectively ‍invaded the enclave and bisected it, with a majority of their⁣ operations⁣ coming north of that divide. Israel also urged more than a⁤ million Palestinians in northern‌ Gaza to move south. The instruction, designed to push civilians ‍out of their anticipated battlefield, raised international fears that Israel was breaking international laws regarding collective punishment.

Israel, as it restarts its military operation, will now focus on the southern part of the Gaza Strip, even though that area is now even more densely populated than ​before. Gazan officials, controlled by Hamas, reported that more than 180 people ​had been killed and at least 580 wounded in ⁣Israeli airstrikes since ⁢the truce expired.

The Israel Defense Forces released a map on ‍Friday showing Gaza divided up ‌into ‌hundreds of numbered districts to be used in the “next stage of the war” to show communities that ⁣need to evacuate. They said it was published in⁣ an attempt to ensure ‍civilians are not harmed during upcoming military operations.

U.S. officials emphasize the​ importance of protecting civilians

U.S. officials have repeatedly warned ⁢that Israel needs to prevent civilians.

“So⁢ first, on the civilian protection and humanitarian assistance piece of this, as ⁤I said, that is absolutely imperative. And we saw Israel take steps immediately today to ⁣start to get information to people about where safe areas are, ​how they can get out of harm’s way,” Blinken added. “I saw the plans‌ that Israel has in a multiplicity of ways to⁣ do everything possible to protect civilians, including making sure that they⁣ have‍ the information they need and there are ways to accommodate them. And this ⁢is going⁢ to ​be very important going forward.”

How did ⁣Hamas violate the terms of the agreement and contribute to the escalation of violence?

E ended. And so,​​ tell me how could any country, any responsible country not respond to the rockets?”

Secretary Blinken’s statement highlights the Biden administration’s⁣ stance on the ‌recent escalation of violence between Israel and ⁢Hamas. The​ administration holds Hamas⁣ accountable for ⁢the ceasefire coming⁣ to an end, citing ⁢their failure to adhere to the terms of the agreement and‌ their continuous acts of violence towards Israel.

One of the key requirements for the temporary ceasefire was for Hamas to produce a list of hostages it would release. However, they failed to fulfill this obligation. This not only violated the terms of the agreement but also exhibited a lack of commitment on Hamas’ part to de-escalate the situation and⁢ work towards a peaceful resolution.

In addition to their failure to release hostages, Hamas further escalated the conflict by firing ⁤rockets ⁣towards ‍Israel. This provocative act further solidified the ‌Biden administration’s belief that Hamas⁢ was‍ responsible for the ‌breakdown of the ceasefire. Furthermore,⁤ Hamas executed a terrorist attack in Jerusalem, resulting in the loss of three innocent‍ lives and the‍ injury ‍of others, including Americans. ​These actions not only violate‌ international humanitarian law ⁣but also demonstrate a disregard for human life.

Secretary Blinken’s condemnation of Hamas emphasizes the Biden ​administration’s commitment to holding those⁢ responsible for violence⁢ and terrorism accountable. By placing ⁢blame on Hamas, the administration is signaling its support for Israel’s right to defend ⁤itself against terrorist attacks.

It is crucial for Israel to take necessary measures to prevent civilian casualties in ​Gaza. Understandably, the loss of ‍innocent lives during conflict is ⁣a tragic ⁢outcome that should ​be minimized as much as possible. The Biden administration recognizes the importance of preventing ⁢civilian casualties and has urged Israel to exercise caution​ and care in its military operations.

However, it is ​important to note that Hamas’ actions are ultimately ‍responsible for the ⁣end of⁤ the ceasefire. ⁢The administration recognizes that any sovereign nation, including Israel, has the right to⁣ defend itself when facing continuous attacks and threats to its security.

As the situation​ continues to unfold, the Biden administration remains committed to ⁣working towards a lasting⁤ and peaceful solution ⁢in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. They have recently announced their intention to provide ⁢humanitarian assistance to Gaza and support reconstruction ⁤efforts, further emphasizing their dedication to promoting⁣ stability and security in the region.

In conclusion, the ‌Biden administration‌ holds ​Hamas responsible for the end of the temporary ceasefire. Secretary⁤ Blinken’s condemnation ​of Hamas highlights their failure to adhere to the terms of the agreement and their continuous ⁤acts ​of violence towards Israel.⁣ While the administration urges ⁣Israel to prevent civilian casualties, they also recognize Israel’s right to defend itself against terrorist attacks and threats⁣ to its⁤ security. The administration remains committed to working towards ⁢a peaceful resolution in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict ⁤and ⁣providing humanitarian assistance to‌ those affected by the recent violence.

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