On 'The View,' Biden says wider war in the Middle East is 'possible,' but a settlement is still in play

In an interview on "The View," President Joe Biden addressed the escalating violence in the Middle East, particularly between Israel and Hezbollah, stating that an "all-out war" is a distinct possibility. He expressed cautious optimism about the possibility of a settlement that could significantly alter the region's dynamics, emphasizing that the Arab world desires peace and is willing to engage with Israel under certain conditions. Biden reiterated the necessity of a two-state solution, a critical point that has been largely rejected by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The context of Biden's remarks comes amid an increase in violence and a new urgency regarding the potential for a wider regional conflict. The interview occurred while Biden was attending the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City.

Besides discussing foreign policy, Biden also reflected on domestic issues, his views on former President Donald Trump, and Vice President Kamala Harris, who has succeeded him as the Democratic nominee for president. He announced plans to continue his work in diplomacy at the Penn Biden Center for Diplomacy and Global Engagement and at the University of Delaware after his presidency. The interview highlights the ongoing complexities of Middle Eastern politics and the implications for U. S. foreign policy.