Blinken says Israel agrees to a U.S.-backed proposal for a cease-fire, calls on Hamas to do same
Blinken spoke after holding a 2 1/2 hour meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday, and was expected to travel to Egypt on Tuesday. The United States, Egypt and Qatar have spent months trying to broker an agreement, with the talks repeatedly stalling.
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The recent developments in the negotiations between ISRAEL, U.S., and Hamas regarding the cease-fire and hostage release in Gaza have highlighted a critical juncture in the peace process. While Israel has accepted a bridging proposal, the ball is now in Hamas' court to respond positively. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visit to the region underscores the urgency of reaching an agreement to end the suffering of Palestinians and ensure lasting peace. With mounting tensions and the risk of escalation, all parties must seize this opportunity and make necessary compromises to achieve a long-awaited resolution to the conflict.