Biden Urges Israel for Humanitarian 'Pauses' in Gaza Conflict
The Biden administration will urge Israel to agree to brief pauses in military operations in Gaza to facilitate the release of hostages and the distribution of humanitarian aid. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will raise this issue during his visit to Israel, emphasizing the need to protect civilians. While the request for pauses is different from an overall cease-fire, the Biden administration is under pressure to respond to the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza. The push for localized humanitarian pauses aims to address immediate needs while allowing Israel to continue its military operations against Hamas. The United States is also working on negotiations for the release of additional hostages.
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