Former US President Barack Obama strongly denounced the unprecedented attack by the Palestinian terror group Hamas on Israel last month, labeling it as “horrific” with no justifiable reason. During a panel discussion hosted by the Pod Save America podcast, which comprises his former administration staffers, Obama also highlighted the dire situation of Palestinians in Gaza, referring to it as an “occupation” and emphasizing that “nobody’s hands were clean.”

In his remarks, Barack Obama urged people to acknowledge the complexity of the situation, emphasizing that a constructive approach required an understanding of the multifaceted issues at play. He stressed the importance of embracing the entire truth regarding the conflict, as there were individuals “dying right now, who had nothing to do with what Hamas did.”

While unequivocally condemning Hamas’s actions, Obama also expressed his concern about the unbearable conditions faced by Palestinians. He asserted that solving the problem required a comprehensive understanding and an admission that no party was entirely blameless, emphasizing the collective complicity in the ongoing crisis.

Earlier, Barack Obama had weighed in on the Gaza conflict, expressing his concern that Israel’s actions, which seemed to overlook the human cost of the war against Hamas, could potentially have adverse consequences. He addressed the issue during an event organized by the Democracy Forum in Chicago, highlighting the moral dilemma posed by the tragic images of suffering families and the failure to achieve a lasting peace.

As the Israel-Hamas conflict approached its one-month mark, President Joe Biden, who served as Barack Obama’s deputy from 2009 to 2017, reaffirmed strong support for Israel’s military campaign against Hamas. However, his administration also voiced concerns about civilian casualties and advocated for a “humanitarian pause” in the war to facilitate aid delivery to the affected population in Gaza.

The Israel-Hamas war, which began on October 7, has seen ongoing hostilities without a consensus on how to resolve the conflict. Hamas initiated the conflict with a multi-pronged attack on Israel, leading to a series of events resulting in a significant loss of lives and humanitarian concerns. Despite international efforts, a lasting solution remains elusive.

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