A significant number of Democratic lawmakers plan to skip Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's upcoming address to Congress. This protest is led by progressive Senator Elizabeth Warren, who announced her intention to boycott the speech, citing Netanyahu's handling of the war in Gaza as the reason. She described Netanyahu's policies as having created a "humanitarian catastrophe." Joining her in this protest are Senator Bernie Sanders, Representatives Ro Khanna, Jim Clyburn, and dozens of other progressive lawmakers. Netanyahu's speech is scheduled for July 24th, but the anticipated absences from progressive Democrats signal deepening tensions over U.S. . .
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The Biden administration reiterates its opposition to a full-scale invasion of Rafah by Israel. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan states that the U.S. will not provide Israel with offensive weapons if its forces proceed with a major military operation in the southern Gaza city.
National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said the administration will not provide Israel with offensive weapons if its forces launch a major military operation in the city in southern Gaza.
National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said the path towards a ceasfire is simple.
Sullivan said the hostages must be freed. . .