Biden Visits Israel — Largest Presidential Show of Support

President Joe Biden became the first sitting US president to visit Israel during an active conflict on October 18, 2023. In a press conference with Netanyahu, Biden stated 'I come to Israel with a single message: You are not alone.' He pledged military and intelligence support, signed off on a $14.3 billion emergency military aid package, and viewed photographs and forensic evidence of October 7 atrocities. He also cautioned Netanyahu against occupying Gaza and urged civilian protection. Biden's visit coincided with an explosion at Al-Ahli Baptist Hospital in Gaza that killed hundreds; Hamas and Israel traded conflicting blame.