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Biden urges an immediate ceasefire during a conversation with Netanyahu, according to the White House

U.S. President Joe Biden engaged in a conversation on Sunday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as reported by the White House. This dialogue comes as U.S. officials are working diligently to secure a hostage release and a ceasefire agreement in Gaza before Biden’s term concludes on January 20.

During their phone call, Biden and Netanyahu focused on ongoing efforts to establish a ceasefire in the Palestinian territory and to release the remaining hostages. The White House issued a statement indicating that Biden emphasized the urgent necessity for a ceasefire in Gaza, along with the return of hostages, which should be accompanied by an increase in humanitarian aid facilitated by a cessation of hostilities.

Netanyahu provided Biden with updates regarding the negotiations and the directives he has given to his senior security team currently in Doha, aimed at progressing the hostage agreement. Additionally, the two leaders addressed the significant shifts in regional dynamics following the ceasefire in Lebanon, the decline of the Assad regime in Syria, and the diminishing influence of Iran in the area, according to the White House.

Jake Sullivan, Biden’s national security adviser, mentioned on CNN’s “State of the Union” earlier on Sunday that the involved parties are “very, very close” to finalizing a deal, although it has yet to be completed. He noted that Biden is receiving daily briefings on the discussions taking place in Doha, where both Israeli and Palestinian officials have indicated that some advancements have been made in the indirect negotiations with the militant group Hamas since Thursday.

Sullivan emphasized their commitment to utilizing every available day in the office to achieve their objectives, stating, “We are not, in any way, putting this on the back burner.” He noted that there remains a possibility of reaching an agreement before Biden’s term concludes, although he acknowledged that “Hamas, in particular, may continue to be unyielding.”

During their conversation, Netanyahu expressed gratitude to Biden for his enduring support of Israel and highlighted “the exceptional backing from the United States for Israel’s security and national defense,” as reported by the White House.

Following the incursion by Hamas fighters into Israel in October 2023, which resulted in the deaths of 1,200 individuals and the abduction of over 250 hostages, Israel initiated its military operations in Gaza. According to Palestinian health officials, the conflict has led to the deaths of more than 46,000 people in Gaza, with the region devastated and facing a severe humanitarian crisis, leaving most of its residents displaced.

Vice President-elect JD Vance indicated during an interview on “Fox News Sunday,” recorded on Saturday, that he anticipates an announcement regarding the release of U.S. hostages in the Middle East in the closing days of the Biden administration, potentially within the last day or two. President-elect Donald Trump, a strong advocate for Israel, has vocally supported Netanyahu’s aim to eliminate Hamas and has pledged to foster peace in the Middle East, though he has not detailed his approach to achieving this goal.


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Asif Shahid
Asif Shahidhttps://defencetalks.com/
Asif Shahid brings twenty-five years of journalism experience to his role as the editor of Defense Talks. His expertise, extensive background, and academic qualifications have transformed Defense Talks into a vital platform for discussions on defence, security, and diplomacy. Prior to this position, Asif held various roles in numerous national newspapers and television channels.

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