White House warns Israel over deadly Rafah air strike

Democratic Representative Rashida Tlaib criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for calling the bombing of Rafah a "mistake." The airstrike in Rafah killed 50 people and injured many others. Tlaib believes the attack was intentional and questioned when people will start believing the truth. She has faced criticism in Congress for her comments about the Israel-Hamas conflict, especially for using a phrase that some interpret as calling for Israel's destruction. Representative Ayanna Pressley, a member of the progressive group known as "the Squad," also condemned the bombing in Rafah. She expressed concern about the suffering of Palestinians and questioned the U.S.'s stance on the conflict. More than half of Gaza's population sought refuge in Rafah, making it a critical area. The Biden administration has warned Israel against attacking Rafah and halted the shipment of bombs to Israel. The White House issued a warning to Israel over the airstrike in Rafah that killed dozens of Palestinians. While acknowledging Israel's right to target Hamas, the U.S. emphasized the need to protect civilians. The airstrike targeted Hamas leaders but resulted in civilian casualties. Israel claimed the deaths were accidental, while Hamas sees it as part of their strategy. The International Court of Justice ordered Israel to stop its offensive in Rafah, and ceasefire negotiations are being pursued. In response to the airstrike, there was a shooting incident at the border near Gaza, prompting investigations by Egyptian authorities. The situation remains tense as efforts are made to address the conflict and prevent further violence.