Editorial: Joe Biden and Rishi Sunak are arguing for restraint in Gaza, but they show too little urgency
Thu 19 Oct 2023 20.02 CESToe Biden was scarcely back in the White House after Wednesday’s Middle East trip before Rishi Sunak became the next international leader to fly into Tel Aviv to express solidarity with Israel. Mr Sunak’s visit, which also came after one by the German chancellor, Olaf Scholz, on Tuesday, followed an established.
The president said three significant things that need to be extended much further. First, he responded to Mr Netanyahu’s comparison with 9/11 by openly cautioning against allowing rage to shape policy. This is wise counsel and should be followed through. Second, Mr Biden pledged $100m in humanitarian aid for the. Even millions are not enough – nor are 20 trucks of aid waiting in Egypt. Finally, he recommitted to a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict.
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