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White House Urges Israel to Protect Civilians After Rafah Strike, Dozens Killed

May 27, 2024, 04:22 PM

The White House has expressed deep concern over 'devastating images' following an Israeli strike in Rafah on Sunday, which resulted in dozens of casualties. The U.S. is actively engaging with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and partners on the ground to assess the situation. The White House has urged Israel to take every precaution possible to protect civilians. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has described the incident as a 'tragic mistake' and stated that it is under investigation. The White House referred to the images as 'heartbreaking'.