His policies toward civilians in the Vietnam War set a template that would be followed by the U.S. for decades.
Tag: Civilian Casualties
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Israel’s Next Aim Is Southern Gaza. U.S. Urges Restraint.
American officials are making clear to Israel that it cannot pursue a campaign in the south that would have the same devastating consequences as in the north.
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As Congress Weighs Aid to Israel, Some Democrats Want Strings Attached
Democrats are clashing with each other and the Biden administration over whether to attach conditions, including measures to avoid civilian casualties, to a major infusion of security assistance.
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A Gaza Truce Aids Both Israel and Hamas. Until the Calculus Changes.
Both Israel and Hamas are reaping benefits from the cease-fire, but as the hostage-for-prisoner exchanges continue, Israeli leaders may feel growing pressure to resume the war.
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Biden Navigates Divisions Over Gaza Inside the White House and Beyond
President Biden is facing deep anger over his solidarity with Israel among supporters and even from some staff members who have said they feel disenchanted with the president.