President Joe Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday to discuss a potential hostage and cease-fire deal.
Biden inquired about the likelihood of a deal with Hamas to release the remaining Israeli hostages in exchange for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza, talks which have slowed in recent weeks. Secretary of State Anthony, the southern Gaza city where the majority of the population is now located after the Israeli offensive.
The two also discussed humanitarian aid for civilians in Gaza, who face dangerous conditions amid the Israeli blockade. “The President and the Prime Minister also discussed increases in the delivery of humanitarian assistance into Gaza including through preparations to open new northern crossings starting this week,” the White House said in a statement.Russian Mercenaries Hunt the African Warlord America Couldn’t Catch
Despite the tough tenor of the call, the White House said Biden remains “ironclad” in his support of Israel, especially in the aftermath of the, and elected officials are turning up their rhetoric against Israel’s tactics in Gaza. Sen.
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