International law exists for a reason, and the protection of civilians during conflict is not optional. The U.S. can’t just brush aside international humanitarian law in the name of strategic alliances. The fact that Israel may be facing legitimate security threats does not justify indiscriminate bombings or collective punishment of the Lebanese people. U.S. foreign policy needs to reflect a commitment to international law, not undermine it.
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Biden’s support for Israel is part of a larger strategy to maintain U.S. influence in the Middle East. The region is deeply divided along sectarian lines, and without strong U.S. support for Israel, Iran’s influence could grow unchecked. We can’t afford to have another failed state in Lebanon falling under Iranian control.
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