US President Joe Biden emphasizes the urgent need for a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict amid escalating violence in the region. He warns of the potential for a comprehensive war in the Middle East while highlighting the Arab world's strong desire to resolve the Palestinian issue. Biden's comments come in the context of ongoing military actions in Gaza and the West Bank, which have resulted in significant casualties and destruction. The President expresses hope for a ceasefire in Lebanon, which could shift focus towards stabilizing the West Bank.
- The ongoing conflict has seen over 137,000 casualties in Gaza since October 7, with a significant number of victims being women and children. The situation in the West Bank has also deteriorated, with reports indicating that 717 Palestinians have been killed and about 5,750 injured due to escalating violence from Israeli settlers and military operations. The Israeli military's recent attacks in Lebanon have further exacerbated the humanitarian crisis, leading to hundreds of deaths and displacing approximately 390,000 people.
