How to stop the spiral? Biden in Israel after Gaza hospital strike

Whoever is responsible, the attack has torpedoed US President Joe Biden’s plan to confer with the Palestinian and Egyptian presidents at a cancelled summit in Jordan. Nonetheless, he has maintained his trip to Israel. Why? Was it the right move? The threat of escalation is no longer just about the Middle East.

Spontaneous demonstrations erupting in many parts on Tuesday evening, like outside the French embassy in Tunis. It is the entire Arab world that saw the first images on satellite television stations. How does France and all those who support Israel's right to defend itself react to this competing narrative?

Produced by Charles Wente, Juliette Laurain and Louise Guibert.

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