What is Biden's mission on trip to Israel? Here's what to expect

With Israel on the verge of launching a ground war against Hamas, fears are rising that the latest conflict could engulf the Middle East.

It’s something President Joe Biden has been warning against – but preparing for
The U.S. is ramping up its firepower in the Middle East. A last-minute presidential visit to Israel is under way before the first tanks roll into Gaza. Secretary of State Antony Blinken held marathon negotiations in Tel Aviv that were interrupted by the sound of air raid sirens, prompting a dramatic dash to a bunker.