Overview

• Matthew Miller told Sky News he believes Israel has “without a doubt” committed war crimes during its Gaza operations.
• He clarified that while he does not view Israel’s actions as genocide, lack of military accountability is eroding its democratic values.
• Miller revealed the Biden administration debated cutting weapons to Israel and halted the shipment of 2,000-pound bombs in spring 2024 over concerns about their use.
• He argued that public debates on withholding arms, along with protests and European recognition moves, led Hamas leaders to prolong their refusal of a ceasefire.
• Humanitarian conditions in Gaza remain dire as aid bottlenecks and closed crossings exacerbate civilian suffering and fuel US-Israel tensions over weapons support.