The report allows the U.S. to continue sending military aid, reportedly saying Israel gave “credible and reliable” assurances in March that it would use U.S. weapons in a way that followed international law. Get Forbes Breaking News Text Alerts: We’re launching text message alerts so you'll always know the biggest stories shaping the day’s headlines. Later that day, Biden said he would not be “supplying the weapons” if Israel invaded Rafah. Since Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel, it’s estimated that about 35,000 people in the Gaza Strip and about 1,200 people in Israel have died, according to Gazan and Israeli officials. Further ReadingNytimes Middle East Crisis: White House Aide Warns Israel Against 'Smashing Into Rafah'AP News Biden administration won't conclude Israel violated terms of US weapons agreement, AP sources say

Source: International New York Times May 11, 2024 02:26 UTC