US President Joe Biden called Hamas’ attacks on Israel an “act of terrorism” and said Israel “has every right” to respond. This was reported by RIA News.
He emphasized that the American side supports Israel and ensures that Tel Aviv has everything it needs to care for its citizens, defend itself and respond to attack.
Biden also warned any third country or organization not to try to take advantage of the worsening conflict between Palestine and Israel.
Before that, Florida Republican Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart was skeptical processed The possibility of combining military aid to Ukraine and Israel. According to him, there is “a lot of money” left in Ukraine, while the situation in Israel may become “more urgent”.
7 October Hamas forces launched Several thousand rockets were fired at Israel and the launch of Operation Al-Aqsa Flood was announced. Against this background, Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said on October 7 entry state of emergency in the country.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announcedthat the country is at war. The IDF’s operation against Hamas was called “Iron Swords”.
Previously Netanyahu statedHe said Israel had launched a massive attack that was “unprecedented”.