Trump evades specific stance on Israel's incursion into Gaza City
In a series of recent developments, the Middle East is witnessing a surge in political tensions. Here's a rundown of the key events:
US President Donald Trump is currently on an official visit to the United Kingdom (UK), while back in the Middle East, Israel's actions in Gaza and plans for West Bank annexation are causing widespread concern.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the start of a ground offensive in Gaza City, but did not provide details about the duration or exit of the forces. Intense attacks have been launched, yet no information about the current situation or casualties in Gaza City is available in the provided sources. Two divisions of the Israeli military are currently participating in the ground assault, with a third division expected to join in the coming days.
Trump declined to comment on a United Nations investigative commission report that concluded Israel committed genocide in Gaza. However, US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee expressed support for potential West Bank annexation, but no specific details were provided.
Israel has threatened West Bank annexation following announcements by France, Belgium, and other countries that they would recognize a Palestinian state. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar informed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that Tel Aviv is preparing to annex the occupied West Bank in the coming months.
Far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich has called for annexing all of the occupied West Bank except Palestinian cities, which would constitute 82% of the West Bank's total area. Mike Huckabee argued that recognizing a Palestinian state would be "contrary" to the Oslo Accords.
The US has called on countries not to take steps toward Palestinian recognition. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has stated that Israeli annexation plans in the West Bank cross a "red line." No information was given about the response or position of other countries regarding Israel's actions in Gaza or the potential annexation of the West Bank.
Trump stated that if Hamas creates human shields in Gaza, they will be in trouble. However, no further details about Hamas' actions were available in the provided sources.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to discuss West Bank annexation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during an upcoming visit to Israel. It remains to be seen how these discussions will impact the ongoing situation in the region.
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