Introduction:
As Israel neared a potential victory against Hamas terrorists who unprovokedly killed over a thousand primarily Jewish Israeli citizens, the Biden administration decided to cut off arms shipments to Israel, just as Israel is on the one-yard line in their war on terror.
This action by President Biden is seen by some geopolitical experts as a gross betrayal of America’s single true ally in the Middle East. The question is: Why would Joe Biden’s move seem to sabotage the prospects of victory for Israel?
Our guest is David Rubin, a former mayor of Shiloh, Israel, in West Bank Samaria. Mayor Rubin is a seasoned commentator on Israeli affairs and offers insights into this critical conflict and its broader implications for U.S.-Israel relations.
Talking Points:
- Excuse my apparent ignorance, but why on earth would the United States seem to intentionally sabotage the efforts of their only true ally in the Middle East like this? Am I missing something?
- Immediate Impact: How could the U.S. decision to halt arms shipments affect Israel’s current military operations against Hamas?
- Strategic Timing: What are the implications of the timing of this arms halt as Israel appears to be gaining a significant advantage in the conflict?
- What message does the Biden administration send to our fair-weather allies like Saudi Arabia when they see us seemingly betraying our closest ally in the region—how can they ever trust us?
- We hear in the news that Hamas accepted a ceasefire. Was it a true ceasefire that included the return of all remaining hostages?
- How might this decision affect the U.S. and Israel’s long-standing military and diplomatic relations?
- Can you elaborate on the humanitarian concerns cited by the U.S. as reasons for pausing bomb shipments, particularly in the context of the situation in Rafah?
- How does Israel address the challenge of balancing military objectives with the need to minimize civilian casualties, especially in densely populated areas like Gaza?
- With ongoing negotiations in Cairo, how could this U.S. move influence the talks between Israel and Hamas?
- How has the Israeli public’s perception of the U.S.’s role in the conflict evolved in light of these recent actions?
- You are the founder of Shiloh Israel Children’s Fund, which I understand was created after you and your son were victims of a terror attack. Tell us about that and what your organization does.
- Where may we find more information on Shiloh Israel Children’s Fund and support child victims of terrorism? Answer: At IsraelChildren.org
About David Rubin:
David Rubin is a former mayor of Shiloh, Israel, situated in the contentious region of Samaria in the West Bank. With extensive experience in leadership roles within Israeli communities, Rubin is an authoritative voice on security and geopolitical issues affecting Israel and the Middle East. His insights are particularly valued in discussions on Israel’s complex relations with its neighbors and allies. Rubin is also the author of several books focusing on these critical themes, providing depth and context to his analyses. David Rubin has been an expert guest featured on popular talk shows, including Tucker Carlson.
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