Western leaders who take Israel’s tragedy seriously are the only ones who will gain a hearing in Tel Aviv
Western leaders who show they take Israel’s tragedy seriously are the only ones who will gain a hearing in Tel AvivPresident Joe Biden with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, during a meeting in New York, Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023. , in the aftermath of the biggest single slaughter of Israeli civilians since the foundation of the state in 1948? Or do you think thatThese are the binary terms in which much of the debate about the Israel-Palestinian conflict is being conducted.
Inside Politics: It didn’t take long for the cracks to appear in EU’s approach to Middle East conflictget a hearing when he makes public statements about the need for Israel to respect the laws of war and to protect civilian lives. In private, politicians can then press Israel about the most urgent humanitarian priorities, such as the restoration of electricity and water in Gaza.
But the decision to show emotional and strategic solidarity with Israel – even as it bombards Gaza – is controversial in Europe. The visit to Israel last week by the EU Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, The US believes there are some early signs that its policy can pay dividends. Israel announced over the weekend that the water supply to southern Gaza will be restored – a decision made during a call between Biden and Netanyahu. America also points to the opening of safe routes for civilians in Gaza, which Israel says it will refrain from bombing during certain hours.
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