"Biden's Israel Trip: Unveiling the Limits of US Influence Amid Gaza Conflict"

U.S. President Joe Biden's visit to Israel has tied him to any future Israeli offensive against Hamas, as he seeks to console, negotiate with, and aid Israel in shaping their actions. Biden plans to push for billions of dollars in aid for Israel through Congress, which may fuel debates on U.S. taxpayer funds. The U.S. veto of a U.N. resolution calling for a ceasefire has angered allies, while Biden has pledged $100 million in new funding for humanitarian aid in Gaza and the occupied West Bank. Maintaining credibility may become challenging for Biden if a ground invasion leads to increased civilian casualties, and critics argue that Israel is not following the law of armed conflict. The situation also threatens to unravel years of diplomatic work in the Middle East, including efforts to normalize ties between Saudi Arabia and Israel.