Become a Member

Sign in

Become a Member

US

Ben Clerkin

Israel’s war on Hamas may be wily old Joe’s secret weapon

President Biden’s gut feeling is that the US public backs his support for Israel

3 min read

US President Joe Biden holds a press conference following a solidarity visit to Israel, on October 18, 2023, in Tel Aviv, amid the ongoing battles between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Thousands of people, both Israeli and Palestinians have died since October 7, 2023, after Palestinian Hamas militants based in the Gaza Strip, entered southern Israel in a surprise attack leading Israel to declare war on Hamas in Gaza on October 8. (Photo by Brendan SMIALOWSKI / AFP) (Photo by BRENDAN SMIALOWSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Unlock access to our community and get the latest news straight to your inbox!

All Newsletters