Antony Blinken Faces Backlash Over U.S. Role in Gaza Conflict as Tenure Ends

Outgoing Secretary of State criticized for supporting Israel despite allegations of war crimes and human rights abuses during the 15-month Gaza war.

Antony Blinken's final days as Secretary of State have been marked by protests and confrontations over U.S. support for Israel during the Gaza war, which left over 46,000 Palestinians dead.
Two journalists were forcibly removed from Blinken's final press conference after questioning U.S. complicity in alleged human rights violations and genocide in Gaza.
Former U.S. diplomat Hala Rharrit, who resigned in protest, accused the Biden administration of violating U.S. laws by continuing to arm Israel despite documented abuses and war crimes allegations.
The International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on charges of war crimes, though Israel and the U.S. have rejected the rulings.
A ceasefire agreement has been reached, potentially ending the 15-month conflict, but critics argue that Blinken's legacy will be defined by his unwavering support for Israel's military actions.