The Jerusalem Post’s editors take a dim view of Biden’s threat to halt military aid — 500-pound bombs, 2000-pound bombs, artillery shells — if the IDF goes beyond the outer perimeter of Rafah. They soberly set out all the reasons why the Bidenite distancing itself from its ally, Israel, makes no strategic or moral sense. More on their response to what can only be called a great betrayal of an ally can be found here: “Betrayal of allies: US pauses munitions, while threatening Israel’s security – editorial,” Jerusalem Post, May 9, 2024:
Amid the conflict in Gaza, the United States administration’s decision to delay a crucial shipment of munitions to Israel is not just a logistical delay; it is a major erosion of trust between staunch allies.
On a seemingly ordinary Monday, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin made a startling revelation: the US would withhold one shipment of essential munitions from Israel due to concerns about possible civilian casualties in the strategic Rafah region. This announcement added a layer of complexity and doubt at a time when decisive action is most needed. Austin’s move strikes at the heart of the operational readiness of the IDF and sends a worrying signal about the US’s resolve to stand by its ally.
The timing and reasoning behind this pause are particularly troubling. It came during a critical phase of Israel’s operations against Hamas, a terrorist organization that poses a relentless threat to the security of Israeli civilians. Allies depend on consistent and reliable support in times of crisis; however, this decision by the US suggests a wavering commitment, raising questions about its reliability as a strategic partner.
Criticism from The Wall Street Journal underscores the strategic missteps. Its editorial earlier this week pointed out that such hesitations directly benefit Hamas, allowing it a respite when Israeli forces are applying pressure. This not only potentially prolongs the conflict but risks increasing the civilian casualties the US wants to prevent. It’s a paradox that undermines the intended ethical stance of the US and illustrates a misunderstanding of the dynamics in fighting entrenched terrorist elements.
Moreover, the decision [to withhold offensive weapons] represents more than a temporary tactical shift; it signals a possible change in US foreign policy that could have long-lasting geopolitical repercussions. The US has historically been Israel’s staunchest ally, providing not just military aid but als standing by its right to defend itself on international platforms. This pause in military aid is at the very least, a moment of hesitation that adversaries could exploit….
As Israel continues to face significant security challenges, the unequivocal support of its principal ally is indispensable. The US must provide not just military aid, it must also send a clear and consistent message of solidarity. This is crucial not only for the stability of the region but for the integrity of international relations where commitments must be honored and alliances respected. The strength of a promise, much like the strength of a nation, is its consistency over time. Allies must not and cannot afford to leave each other adrift, especially when the stakes are as high as national survival.
No editorial comment on the Bidenites’ betrayal of America’s longstanding ally, Israel, has covered so well what is wrong with Biden’s decision to withhold offensive weapons from Israel if the IDF goes into Rafah, as it must if it wishes to destroy Hamas. No other editorial has explained so thoroughly the damage being done to the US-Israel alliance, and to stability in the region, by Washington’s display of a lack of solidarity with Israel, thereby giving hope to Hamas, Hezbollah, and above all, Iran.
Wellington says
Biden screws up everything he deals with, whether its domestic policy or foreign policy. He gets virtually nothing right. What an abysmal President and man this buffoon is. But in his own mind (or what’s left of it) he is simply wonderful, no person in America would be better at being President than he. Makes me think he is suffering not only from dementia but sociopathy.
maria says
Biden must be court martialed together with the animal called barak obama
Death penalty for both
Rick Gordon says
Biden and his partisan politics are ALL about winning the state of Michigan in November – nothing else! Remember he is a lifelong politician – nothing else.
Ray Jarman says
This is the first time that I remember disagreeing with Hugh Fitzgerald. Since Obumer, the puppet master, is a Muslim as well as John Brennan and many in the Dept. of State, the change in direction was initiated before now. Obumer’s packing suitcases full of Benjis and permitting Iran to do as it pleased show cases present realignment in the Middle East in particular. Anyone who thinks that the mental deficient moron in the White House is directing the foreign policy is myopic. It appears that the work that then President Trump initiated has been renounced by this administration from day one as well as the removal of sanctions placed on Iran.
Wellington says
With respect, Ray Jarman, I don’t think Hugh Fitzgerald is under any illusion that Biden himself is the one truly in charge. Fitzgerald does above refer to “the Bidenites” and, I would contend, knows full well that Biden is the front man for a plethora of horrible human beings like Obama and Brennan who want the destruction of traditional America, all the while these reprobates coddle the Islamic sphere of mankind and China too.
Well, Hugh Fitzgerald is fully capable of speaking for himself but this is my take on this article he posted. May Trump win in November (the skeptic in me says that one way or another the Swamp will prevent this) because if he doesn’t and the egregious and less than worthless Biden gets another four years as POTUS then I fear the great American experiment begun in the late 18th century will pretty much be only history. Best to you and yours.
Ray Jarman says
I don’t disagree with you Wellington. I guess I was airing a little frustration and you are spot on about another four years of Biden/Obama.
somehistory says
Suddenly, out of the black, biden develops a moral, ethical conscience.
The psychopath, the pretender, says he can’t allow certain weapons to go to Israel because of the way they are used, ‘have been used,’ is not according to …he doesn’t say conscience, but alludes to it…
““But it’s, it’s just wrong. We’re not going to — we’re not going to supply the weapons and artillery shells.””
Since when is this snake one to decide that something is “wrong”?
Walter Sieruk says
As for the title of this article which is, in part “Betrayal of Israel Makes No Strategic or Moral Sense.”
Of course , the betrayal of Israel male no sense.” strategic of moral sense.” Expect to evils schemers of which many of those who control Joe Biden who use him as their stooge and tool to fill-full their wicked anti- Israel agenda
As for the later two words oft that title “moral sence”. creepy old Joe has nothing to do with being “moral” Biden is such a vile man that he has a history of taking showers with his young daughter and ,as seen in many videos , he shows an unnatural interest in other little girls.
Pray Hard says
It doesn’t make sense because it’s based on evil.
clive roach says
Those behind Biden are pulling the strings can’t trust them or him need to do your own thing if it was Mr Trump he would do what he promised
MD Anthony says
If you are a Shiite Muslim wh hates Jews and wants them exterminated then Washingtins decisio makes sense.
When Joe Biden was VP at the time of his sons death Biden was led to Islam by Obama and Obama’s Shiite adviser Valerie Jarret. America’s president is a not so closeted Muslim no different than was Barak Obama’s presidency.
So from a Shiite Muslim point of view in the Oval office, Washington’s behaviour to Israel is just what Barak, Jarret, Biden and numerous Ayatollahs in Iran want .
࿗Infidel࿘ says
None of the sunnis in the neighborhood are pro Israel either
Phil Copson says
What calculations are China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea making? To attack in the next six months while their man Biden is in office?
Or have they been assured that Donald Trump will not be allowed to take office, so they can rest easy?
somehistory says
FOX reports
“Iranian lawmaker declares Tehran obtained nuclear bombs”
“After the head of the United Nation’s atomic watchdog agency warned that Iran has enough uranium to produce “several” nuclear bombs, a firebrand Iranian lawmaker declared on Friday that the Islamic Republic of Iran possesses atomic weapons.”
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/iranian-lawmaker-declares-tehran-obtained-nuclear-bombs/ar-BB1mfVou?ocid=msedgntp&pc=HCTS&cvid=df8cd8b0ef21477ba46cf42cdea5df0c&ei=9