Obama warns Israel of potential backlash from military actions in Gaza

Former President Obama has cautioned that any Israeli military strategy that disregards the human costs in its conflict with Hamas could have negative consequences. While expressing support for Israel's right to defend its citizens, Obama emphasized the importance of considering the danger to civilians and abiding by international law. He warned that the high number of Palestinian casualties, including children, and the humanitarian crisis resulting from cutting off essential supplies to the civilian population could further harden Palestinian attitudes, erode global support for Israel, and hinder long-term peace efforts in the region. The comments come as Israel increases its military presence along the Gaza border, raising concerns about a possible ground invasion.