"The White House be pleadin' with Israel to lessen their landlubber antics in Gaza, for the war be draggin' on for a hundred days. 'Tis about damn time, me hearties!"
2024-01-15
Arr, the White House be tellin' Israel that 'tis high time to be easin' its land expeditions in Gaza, matey! A hundred days o' skirmishin' against them scurvy Hamas scoundrels, and now the call be comin' from across the seas.
The White House has urged Israel to scale back its military offensive in the Gaza Strip as the conflict with Hamas reached its 100th day. US officials stated that it was the right time for Israel to transition to "low-intensity operations" in Gaza. However, Israeli leaders have vowed to continue their ground operation until the ruling Hamas militant group is eradicated. John Kirby, spokesperson for the White House National Security Council, confirmed that the US has been discussing this transition with Israel. He emphasized that they were not urging Israel to completely stop going after Hamas, but believed that the time for a lower intensity phase was approaching. Defense Minister Yoav Gallant responded to the White House's call by stating that Israel would not stop until they emerged victorious. The conflict in Gaza began after a terror attack by Hamas-led forces on Israeli soil in October, resulting in the deaths of nearly 24,000 Palestinians and the displacement of 85% of the territory's residents. Israel is also facing a world court hearing over genocide allegations. In response to the 100th day of the war, demonstrations were held in Europe and the Middle East, with some groups demanding the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas, while others called for a ceasefire in Gaza.