In an op-ed published in The Washington Post, President Joe Biden emphasized the need for a two-state solution to ensure the long-term security of both Israelis and Palestinians. He called for an end to violence against Palestinians in the West Bank, warning that the United States is prepared to issue visa bans against extremists attacking civilians in the region.

The president expressed his firm stance on the issue, stating, "I have been emphatic with Israel's leaders that extremist violence against Palestinians in the West Bank must stop and that those committing the violence must be held accountable." Biden also affirmed the willingness of the United States to take necessary steps, including implementing visa bans, to address the concerns and protect civilians in the region.

The State Department acknowledged the concerns over Israel potentially violating the Visa Waiver Program, which grants eligible travelers entry into the US without a visa. Department spokesperson Matt Miller stated that "there are remedial measures that are available to us" if Israel fails to comply with the program's requirements.

President Biden further rejected calls for a ceasefire in Gaza, reiterating his support for a two-state solution and governance under the Palestinian Authority in the interim. He emphasized, "A two-state solution - two peoples living side by side with equal measures of freedom, opportunity, and dignity - is where the road to peace must lead."

Biden's op-ed reflects his previous endorsement of a two-state solution to address the longstanding tensions between Israel and Palestinians. He highlighted the importance of pursuing a path that ensures the safety and security of both parties, emphasizing the need for Israel's greater integration with its neighbors.

The publication of the op-ed in The Washington Post is part of the White House's efforts to remind Americans that international conflicts have implications for US national security. These efforts have become particularly significant as the administration's request for supplemental funding remains stalled in Congress.

Last month, the Biden administration requested over $105 billion from Congress to provide security assistance for conflicts in Ukraine and Israel. In an Oval Office address, President Biden appealed for the funding, describing the moment as "an inflection point" in American history. He highlighted the importance of preventing the collapse of regional stability and integration in the face of threats from both Putin's Russia and Hamas.

President Biden concluded his op-ed by condemning the rising instances of antisemitism and Islamophobia since the Israel-Hamas conflict began. He called on Americans to denounce hate and bias and to renounce violence and vitriol, emphasizing the need to see each other not as enemies but as fellow Americans.

The op-ed serves as a clear statement of President Biden's commitment to pursuing a two-state solution and his determination to address the violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. It also underscores the administration's efforts to prioritize US national security amid ongoing international conflicts.