President Joe Biden has requested Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to send a team of top Israeli officials to Washington in an effort to prevent a large-scale ground invasion of Rafah, which the Biden administration fears would lead to a humanitarian crisis. The meeting, expected to take place early next week, aims to address this pressing issue, although it remains uncertain if it will succeed in deterring Israel from entering the southern Gaza city.
Despite President Biden's strong warnings to Netanyahu during a recent phone call, there are indications that the Israeli leader is determined to proceed with the invasion of Rafah. Netanyahu emphasized his commitment to eliminating battalions in Rafah through a ground incursion, despite the concerns raised by the U.S. administration.
