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The story revolves around President Biden's threat to halt weapons shipments to Israel if an invasion of Rafah occurs. This move has sparked debates and concerns globally, with many questioning the US-Israel relationship and the impact on the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

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Tensions escalated in the Middle East as reports emerged of the U.S. halting a 2000-pound bomb delivery to Israel over concerns related to a potential assault on Rafah in Gaza [1]. The move was part of President Joe Biden's warning to cut off weapon supplies to Israel if an invasion in Rafah was initiated [2]. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's contemplation of an incursion into Rafah led to a divide within Israel [3].

President Biden reiterated his stance that arms shipments to Israel would be suspended if the offensive in Rafah proceeded, emphasizing a red line that Israel should not cross by attacking civilian populations [4]. The suspension of some arms sales to Israel was contingent upon Israel not advancing into Rafah, as stated by President Biden, a move that garnered global attention and mixed reactions from lawmakers [5] [6] [7].

Netanyahu's considerations of a military operation in Rafah prompted global reactions with leaders like Australia's Prime Minister expressing concern over the potential incursion [8]. The Biden administration reaffirmed its decision to pause weapons shipments to Israel as a cautionary measure against a potential escalation of the conflict [9]. Pentagon Chief Lloyd Austin confirmed the pause in the shipment of high-payload munitions to Israel, leading to confusion and anger among lawmakers [10] [11].

As global media outlets covered the unfolding situation, the U.S.'s withholding of weapons from Israel if an invasion of Rafah occurred became a prominent point of discussion and speculation [12]. This development highlighted the delicate diplomatic balance in the region and the international community's efforts to prevent further escalation of violence [13]. The situation underscored the challenges of balancing alliances and international humanitarian concerns in conflict zones such as Gaza [14].

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