The United States says talks to win the release of more hostages held in Gaza continue to be “constructive.” The White House describes the discussions as sensitive, as U-S officials seek a longer temporary ceasefire than the one-week pause in the Israel-Hamas war last November. National Security Council spokesman John Kirby says a longer pause […]
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U.S. seeks longer pause in Israel-Hamas war to free hostages
The United States says talks to win the release of more hostages held in Gaza continue to be “constructive.” The White House describes the discussions as sensitive, as U-S officials seek a longer temporary ceasefire than the one-week pause in the Israel-Hamas war last November. National Security Council spokesman John Kirby says a longer pause would allow for the release of more hostages and the delivery of more humanitarian aid to Gaza.