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Biden Announces Israel and Hamas Agree on Ceasefire and Hostage Release Framework

Jul 12, 2024, 03:58 PM

U.S. President Joe Biden announced that Israel and Hamas have agreed on a framework for a ceasefire and hostage release deal. This framework, which Biden laid out in May, aims to end the ongoing conflict in Gaza and facilitate the return of hostages. Despite the agreement on the framework, Biden noted that there are still gaps to close and complex issues to address. He emphasized that his diplomatic team is actively working in the region to finalize the details and that progress is being made, with a positive trend in negotiations. Biden reiterated his efforts to stop the war.