US President Joe Biden's top national security aide engaged in discussions with his Israeli counterpart on Sunday regarding concerns about a potential offensive in Rafah. National security adviser Jake Sullivan conveyed President Biden’s longstanding worries about the possibility of a significant military ground operation in Rafah, as stated by the White House.
Sullivan and Tzachi Hanegbi explored alternatives to a city invasion to ensure the defeat of Hamas throughout Gaza. The White House reported that Hanegbi acknowledged Israel's consideration of U.S. concerns. Both officials agreed to organize an in-person meeting between U.S. and Israeli representatives in the near future to address Rafah and other pertinent matters.
