Israel insists that it takes steps to avoid civilian casualties, and blames Hamas for embedding itself in densely-populated areas. US President Joe Biden - a key ally of Mr Netanyahu - emphasised the "critical need" to protect civilian lives during a call with the Israeli prime minister on Saturday, the White House said. Mr Biden told reporters that he had not asked... Read More

                                                

                                                    Israel insists that it takes steps to avoid civilian casualties, and blames Hamas for embedding itself in densely-populated areas. US President Joe Biden - a key ally of Mr Netanyahu - emphasised the "critical need" to protect civilian lives during a call with the Israeli prime minister on Saturday, the White House said.

Mr Biden told reporters that he had not asked for a ceasefire in the call. Both men believe such a move would benefit Hamas. 
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