Will the US stop supplying weapons to Israel if Rafah is attacked?

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US Weapons Supply Contingent on Rafah Operation

US President Joe Biden has indicated that the United States will cease supplying certain weapons to Israel, specifically artillery shells and other arms used in urban operations, should Israeli forces launch a full-scale assault on the city of Rafah in southern Gaza. Biden stated that Israel has conveyed that a ceasefire is achievable as early as the following day if Hamas agrees to release its hostages.
Conditions for Ceasefire

A ceasefire in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas could be implemented as soon as the next day, provided that Hamas releases the hostages it holds. President Biden relayed that Israel has indicated its willingness to end hostilities, stating, "Israel said it’s up to Hamas, if they wanted to do it, we could end it tomorrow. And the ceasefire would begin tomorrow." This statement was made during a fundraising event outside Seattle.
US Arms Supply Policy Shift

The US president explicitly warned Israel that the supply of specific weaponry would be halted if its military operations extended into Rafah. In a televised interview with CNN, Biden clarified his position: "If they go into Rafah, I’m not supplying the weapons that have been used... to deal with the cities." He further elaborated, "We’re not gonna supply the weapons and the artillery shells that have been used."
Hostage Situation and Casualties

The conflict's continuation is linked to the status of hostages taken by Hamas during its October 7 attack on southern Israel, which resulted in over 1,170 deaths. Israeli officials report that 128 individuals remain captive in Gaza, with at least 36 confirmed deceased. In response, Israel's military campaign in Gaza has led to at least 34,971 fatalities, predominantly women and children, according to the health ministry in the Hamas-run territory.

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