Blinken urges Israel to comply with international law and spare civilians in war against Hamas
Thursday, 30 November 2023 US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has called on Israel to comply with international law and protect civilians during its conflict with Hamas in Gaza. The Biden administration's stance on the conflict has shifted as Palestinian civilian casualties have risen. Blinken reiterated US support for Israel's right to self-defense, but emphasized the need for Israel to avoid civilian harm and account for humanitarian needs in Gaza. He also urged immediate action to hold settler extremists accountable for violence against Palestinians.
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