VIDEO: Blinken assures Israelis of unwavering US support in Tel Aviv
Secretary of State Antony Blinken Stands with Israel in the Face of Conflict
During his Middle East trip, Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed his personal understanding of the impact of Hamas’s attacks on Israeli Jews. Standing alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Blinken urged Israel to exercise restraint in its retaliation, emphasizing the importance of protecting civilian lives.
As Israel wages its most powerful bombing campaign in its 75-year history of conflict with the Palestinians, Blinken’s visit aims to contain the escalating situation. He seeks to secure the release of hostages, including American citizens, held by Hamas and facilitate safe passage for Gaza civilians. Blinken assured Netanyahu that the United States would always stand by Israel’s side, drawing on his own family history of fleeing persecution.
Following his visit to Israel, Blinken plans to meet with King Abdullah of Jordan and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas. He also intends to engage with other Arab countries, sending a clear message to Iran, which supports Hamas, to stay out of the conflict.
Israel has vowed to retaliate for the deadliest attack on Jewish civilians in its history, and Blinken acknowledged Israel’s right to defend itself. However, he emphasized the importance of distinguishing democracies from terrorists by taking every possible precaution to avoid harming civilians.
Washington is committed to containing the conflict and has been in communication with regional allies to discourage Iran and Iran-backed groups from getting involved. The ultimate goal is to demonstrate a commitment to keeping other parties out of the conflict.
(Editing by Alexandra Hudson)
What is the purpose of Blinken’s visit to Israel and what actions does he aim to take?
Secretary of State Antony Blinken Stands with Israel in the Face of Conflict
During his Middle East trip, Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed his personal understanding of the impact of Hamas’s attacks on Israeli Jews. Standing alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Blinken urged Israel to exercise restraint in its retaliation, emphasizing the importance of protecting civilian lives.
As Israel wages its most powerful bombing campaign in its 75-year history of conflict with the Palestinians, Blinken’s visit aims to contain the escalating situation. He seeks to secure the release of hostages, including American citizens, held by Hamas and facilitate safe passage for Gaza civilians. Blinken assured Netanyahu that the United States would always stand by Israel’s side, drawing on his own family history of fleeing persecution.
Following his visit to Israel, Blinken plans to meet with King Abdullah of Jordan and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas. He also intends to engage with other Arab countries, sending a clear message to Iran, which supports Hamas, to stay out of the conflict.
Israel has vowed to retaliate for the deadliest attack on Jewish civilians in its history, and Blinken acknowledged Israel’s right to defend itself. However, he emphasized the importance of distinguishing democracies from terrorists by taking every possible precaution to avoid harming civilians.
Washington is committed to containing the conflict and has been in communication with regional allies to discourage Iran and Iran-backed groups from getting involved. The ultimate goal is to demonstrate a commitment to keeping other parties out of the conflict.
(Editing by Alexandra Hudson)
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