Blinken Urges Truce in Gaza, Increased Aid

Blinken Urges Truce in Gaza, Increased Aid

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Blinken Urges Truce in Gaza, Increased Aid

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken criticized Hamas' rejection of a truce and urged Israel to increase humanitarian aid to Gaza while pursuing a post-war plan and ceasefire in Lebanon.

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Human Rights ViolationsMiddle EastIsraelConflictHumanitarian CrisisDiplomacyPeace Negotiations
HamasUs State DepartmentIsraeli Defense MinistryHezbollah
Antony BlinkenSameh ShoukryYoav GallantBenjamin NetanyahuRon Dermer
Why did Hamas refuse the short-term truce proposal?
Hamas refused a short-term truce proposal due to its demand for a permanent ceasefire, as stated by a Hamas official.
What are the US's broader goals regarding the conflict beyond Gaza?
The US is working on a post-war plan for Gaza that would allow Israel to declare an end to the conflict, even without a negotiated settlement, and also seeks a ceasefire in Lebanon to end the Israeli offensive against Hezbollah.
What were the key points of Blinken's conversations with Israeli officials?
Blinken also spoke with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, urging him to increase humanitarian aid to Gaza civilians, and with Ron Dermer, a top advisor to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
What were the key topics discussed in Blinken's phone call with the Egyptian Foreign Minister?
Blinken's phone call with Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry focused on ending the Gaza conflict, securing the release of hostages, and increasing humanitarian aid.
What was US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's reaction to Hamas' rejection of a temporary truce in Gaza?
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken criticized Hamas for rejecting a temporary truce in Gaza, urging Israel to increase humanitarian aid to civilians.