Biden's stance on Israel and Gaza: Settlers, two-state solution, and aid challenges

President Joe Biden has called for an immediate end to Israeli settler attacks on Palestinians in the West Bank, while expressing support for Israel's defense. Biden criticized the treatment of Palestinians by some Israelis, stating that extremist settlers were "pouring gasoline on fire." He also accused Hamas of using Palestinian civilians as shields in Gaza and urged Israel to follow the "laws of war." With Israel preparing for a ground invasion, concerns are rising about the escalating civilian casualties. Biden cast doubt on Palestinian casualty figures but emphasized the need for a two-state solution and a vision for peace in the region. The UN has failed to secure plans for delivering critical humanitarian aid to Gaza, and the broader UN General Assembly is set to debate the conflict.