Biden Grants Temporary Protection to Palestinians in the U.S. Amid Gaza Conflict

The move, aimed at safeguarding thousands from deportation, underscores the deteriorating conditions in Gaza and the West Bank.

President Biden has issued a memorandum granting Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) for 18 months to Palestinians in the U.S., providing them a temporary safe haven.
The decision affects an estimated 6,000 Palestinians, allowing them to remain in the U.S. and work legally during this period.
Exceptions to the DED include individuals convicted of felonies, posing public safety threats, or those who voluntarily return to the Palestinian territories.
The measure comes in response to the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the West Bank, following the conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Critics and supporters alike have voiced their opinions, with some praising the humanitarian gesture and others questioning its implications for U.S. foreign policy and security.