Joe Biden remarks progress in ceasefire discussions amidst escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas. Israeli negotiation team returns from Doha talks, while Benjamin Netanyahu holds press conferences emphasizing his demands for control over Gaza's border with Egypt. Meanwhile, US mediators continue to work towards a resolution. The Pentagon also announces the termination of its aid delivery initiative to Gaza via sea in an effort to address logistical challenges.
The Israeli Defense Ministry confirms that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with his team upon their return from Doha negotiations, discussing Israel's demands for border control and the continuation of military actions until certain objectives are achieved. The Washington Post reports on potential agreement details involving "interim governance" in Gaza without specifying rule by either side.
President Joe Biden expresses optimism about progressing towards a ceasefire deal, acknowledging remaining complex issues between Israel and Hamas while calling for an end to the conflict during his news conference after attending a NATO summit. The US-led peace talks in Doha aimed at bringing both parties closer to a resolution have seen tense exchanges of demands and counterproposals, with diplomats indicating advancement towards a deal.
The Israeli military announces their delegation's departure for Cairo after Thursday's negotiations, following Netanyahu's meetings with team members. Concurrently, renewed hostilities occur in Gaza as Israeli airstrikes hit parts of the city and its surrounding areas, despite ongoing peace talks in Egypt and Qatar.
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant discusses progress in negotiations over hostage release with US envoy Brett McGurk while addressing sanctions against Israeli settler groups involved in violent activities within the occupied West Bank during an interview.
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