Joe Bidenʼs efforts to wrap up the Gaza conflict are hitting roadblocks as his term nears its end. The US president is trying to use the recent killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar to push Benjamin Netanyahu towards ending the war‚ but his influence might be waning.
With the US election coming up in a couple of weeks‚ Bidenʼs time to sway Israeli actions is running short. Netanyahu may be playing a waiting game‚ hoping to deal with the next US president instead of Biden. This strategy could be especially appealing if Donald Trump‚ with whom Netanyahu has had close ties‚ wins the election.
The situation is made more complex by the uncertainty surrounding Hamas leadership after Sinwarʼs death. Its not clear who will step up to negotiate or make decisions for the group. This lack of clarity makes it hard to move forward with ceasefire talks.
Bidenʼs push for peace is also complicated by other regional issues. Israel is dealing with conflicts on multiple fronts – fighting Hezbollah in Lebanon and preparing to respond to Iranʼs recent missile attacks. These situations make it harder for Netanyahu to focus on ending the Gaza war.
The US has warned Israel about improving Gazaʼs humanitarian situation‚ threatening to limit military aid if conditions dont improve. However its unclear how strongly the US will follow through on this warning.
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Netanyahu‚ on the other hand‚ insists the war isnʼt over and Israel will keep fighting until hostages are returned. This difference in approach highlights the ongoing tension between the two leaders.
As Bidenʼs term winds down‚ his ability to influence the situation may be limited. With the complex web of regional conflicts and political considerations at play‚ finding a path to peace in Gaza remains a challenging task