Obama warns Israel of potential backlash over actions in Gaza

Former US President Barack Obama criticized Israel's decision to cut off food, water, and electricity to Gaza, warning that such actions could harden Palestinian attitudes for generations, erode global support for Israel, and undermine long-term efforts for peace and stability in the region. While expressing support for Israel's right to self-defense, Obama emphasized the need to consider the human costs of the conflict and cautioned against actions that could worsen the humanitarian crisis. Obama's comments come amid ongoing airstrikes by Israel on Gaza following an attack by Hamas, which has resulted in a significant number of Palestinian casualties.