The massive military and diplomatic support provided by Joe Biden to Israel in its war against Hamas places the American president in an increasingly delicate position internationally, but also domestically.
As Israel's war against the Palestinian movement in Gaza enters its fourth month, and sees the death toll reach the dizzying figure of 24,000 dead, the political cost of this unconditional and unrequited support has continued to grow for Biden.
Diplomatically, the United States is increasingly isolated as international threats mount and conflict threatens to spread across the region.
Politically, the Democratic president faces criticism from within his own camp as he enters a difficult re-election campaign.
Diplomatic solution
Joe Biden and his administration are finding it increasingly difficult to hide their frustration with Benjamin Netanyahu's Israeli cabinet.
Closely associated with the consequences…
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