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Netanyahu Accepts U.S.-Backed Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Release Proposal

Aug 19, 2024, 05:40 PM

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced in Tel Aviv that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted a U.S.-backed bridging proposal for a ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza. Blinken emphasized that it is now incumbent upon Hamas to accept the proposal to move forward with the ceasefire agreement. The proposal aims to address and reduce differences between Israel and the Palestinian movement Hamas. Blinken's comments come amid ongoing efforts to prevent further escalation in the region.