Joe Biden: “The United States fully supports Israel`s right to defend itself against indiscriminate rocket attacks from Hamas. We…”

“The United States fully supports Israel`s right to defend itself against indiscriminate rocket attacks from Hamas. We remain committed to working with the United Nations and other international stakeholders to provide rapid humanitarian assistance and to marshal international support for the people of Gaza. We will do this in full partnership with the Palestinian Authority -- not Hamas. I believe the Palestinians and Israelis equally deserve to live safely and securely. My administration will continue our quiet and relentless diplomacy toward that end.”