"Key Updates from United States Department of State Briefings - November 7-10, 2023"

The United States has welcomed the announcement of four-hour humanitarian pauses in Gaza, allowing civilians to flee areas of hostilities and increasing the flow of aid. The US believes this is a result of diplomatic efforts by President Biden, Secretary Blinken, and National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan. The US does not support the forced relocation of Palestinian civilians and believes they should have the ability to return if they had to depart. The US is also working towards the release of hostages and hopes that these humanitarian pauses will facilitate their release. The US is committed to ensuring access to humanitarian aid and minimizing civilian casualties.