Biden’s plan to admit Gazans to US could backfire: 'Brainwashed by Hamas,' expert warns
FOX NewsMAY 2024
Hamas Responds to Gaza Cease-fire Proposal
Above: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, meets with families of hostages held in the Gaza Strip by Hamas near his hotel during his visit to the country on June 11, 2024 in Tel Aviv, Israel. Image copyright: Amir Levy/Stringer/Getty Images News via Getty Images
The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
A guaranteed end to the war will ensure increased humanitarian aid to the besieged enclave, preserve Israel's security, and create a better "day after" in Gaza without Hamas in power. It is unfortunate that Hamas did not respond with a resounding "yes" to this thoughtful proposal, but the US will continue to work toward closing the gaps.
Pro-Israel narrative
The fact that the Biden admin. thinks it's appropriate to try to pressure Israel into allowing Hamas to stay in power in Gaza is deeply disappointing. If Israel does not destroy Hamas, the group will immediately begin planning the next Oct. 7 terrorist attack. Israel must get all of its hostages back and eliminate Hamas.
Pro-Palestine narrative
It should be clear after almost eight months of grinding brutality that Israel's true goal is to destroy Gaza and starve its people. Israel is simply not interested in a permanent cease-fire, as Israeli officials have made clear that once the hostages are returned, they will restart the brutal war on Gaza. The US, aware of Israel's intransigence, refuses to do what is necessary to end the war.