Ocasio-Cortez Accuses Israel of Genocide in Gaza, Citing Humanitarian Crisis

The congresswoman emphasizes the serious humanitarian situation in Gaza, distinguishing between the Israeli government and its people, amid warnings of an imminent famine.

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez defends her accusation that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, citing a 'forced famine' affecting 1.1 million Gazans.
Ocasio-Cortez emphasizes the distinction between the Israeli government's actions and the Israeli people, stressing the humanitarian crisis should not be politicized.
The World Food Programme warns of an imminent famine in Gaza, with aid deliveries being significantly restricted by Israeli authorities.
More than 30,000 Palestinians have died since the outbreak of violence in October, with the U.S. beginning to deliver humanitarian aid.
Vice President Kamala Harris and national security adviser Jake Sullivan express concern over Israel's potential military offensive in Rafah, emphasizing the need for humanitarian aid.