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The Democratic National Committee (DNC) debated two resolutions regarding the Israel-Hamas war. One, proposed by chair Ken Martin, supported humanitarian aid and a ceasefire; the other, backed by progressives, called for halting military aid to Israel. The progressive resolution failed, and Martin surprisingly withdrew his own, opting for a task force to further discuss the issue. This highlights internal party divisions over the conflict, with some criticizing Martin's resolution for not adequately addressing Israel's actions, while others opposed the arms embargo proposal. The debate reflects growing tensions within the Democratic party regarding its stance on the war and US support for Israel.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.