Israeli Bombs Used in Strike That Killed Dozens in Rafah

Initial examination by The Times of debris recovered from the largest strike in Rafah shows the Israelis used US-made bombs, a war crime according to international law. Jean-Pierre said Israel will open the Karem Abu Salem border crossing between Gaza and Israel on Wednesday to facilitate aid shipments.

The Biden administration has assessed that Israel has amassed enough troops on the edge of the city of Rafah in Gaza to move. In a written statement, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said, “The United States strongly condemns the escalation of violence in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories and offers our deepest condolences for the tragic loss of life. We recognize Israel’s legitimate self-defense needs, but we are also deeply concerned about the well-being of the civilian population. We call for an immediate end to the violence, and we urge all parties to take the necessary steps to restore calm and prevent further escalation.”

The Times Visual Analysis

On Wednesday, Jean-Pierre said Israel will open the Karem Abu Salem border crossing between Gaza and Israel on Wednesday to facilitate aid shipments. The Biden administration has assessed that Israel has amassed enough troops on the edge of the city of Rafah in Gaza to move. Analysis by Stephen Collinson CNN Updated 246 PM EDT Thu May 9 2024 CAIRORAFAH Gaza StripWASHINGTON May 9 Reuters - Israeli forces bombarded areas of Rafah on Thursday Palestinian residents..

Conclusion

The use of US-made bombs in the strike on Rafah is a war crime. The Biden administration must take immediate action to stop the violence and hold Israel accountable for its actions.

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