Blinken Pushes for Urgent Gaza Ceasefire

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the urgent need for a Gaza ceasefire, involving the U.S., Egypt, and Qatar to get Hamas on board. Speaking in Doha, Blinken outlined the proposal and stressed that the U.S. does not support a prolonged occupation of Gaza by Israel.

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday emphasized the urgent necessity of finalizing the Gaza ceasefire deal in the coming days. He affirmed that the United States, Egypt, and Qatar are committed to bringing Hamas on board with the 'bridging proposal.'

Addressing reporters in Doha, Blinken stated that agreements on the proposal presented by Washington should be followed by discussions on implementation details once Hamas agrees. He underscored that the U.S. does not support a prolonged Israeli occupation of Gaza.

Blinken’s remarks come amidst rising tensions and highlight the complexities involved in reaching a ceasefire agreement acceptable to all parties involved.