On Sunday, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris expressed that she is not worried about recent discussions between former President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. She reaffirmed her stance on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
As the Democratic presidential nominee, Harris is in a competitive race against Trump ahead of the November 5 elections. When asked whether the Trump-Netanyahu talks could hinder the current administration's efforts, she replied, "No."
In recent weeks, Trump and Netanyahu have spoken multiple times, reminiscent of their close relationship during Trump’s presidency, when the U.S. moved its embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem—a decision that pleased many Israelis but angered Palestinians.
Harris emphasized the importance of U.S. involvement in fostering peace, stating, "It is critically important that we as the United States of America be an active participant in encouraging an end to this war, ensuring the safe return of hostages, and committing to a two-state solution and planning for the 'day after' in Gaza."
President Joe Biden has backed Israel amid its conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon, following Hamas's attack on October 7, 2023, which resulted in around 1,200 fatalities and nearly 250 hostages, according to Israeli sources. The subsequent Israeli military response in Gaza has claimed approximately 43,000 lives, based on reports from Gaza’s health ministry, displacing nearly the entire population and causing a severe hunger crisis. Israel faces genocide allegations at the World Court, which it denies.
In a separate campaign in Lebanon, Israel has reported over 2,500 deaths and the displacement of more than a million people, targeting Hezbollah militants amidst ongoing cross-border hostilities.
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