Reuters reported that the conversation took place immediately after Anton Blinken returned from the Middle East.
Israel. Joe Biden Called About Benjamin Netanyahu
The US Secretary of State suggested with Qatar and EgyptBridging proposal“For both sides. The mediators proposed “reducing the differences between the two parties to the conflict.” The idea was not accepted..
President Biden spoke with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss a ceasefire and agreement on this issue. hostage release “Diplomatic efforts to de-escalate regional tensions,” the White House said in a statement.
Joe Biden. He called Israel and spoke to the Prime Minister.
As Reuters wrote, a ceasefire is what Joe Biden is seeking. It would be great success at the end of his termLet us remind you that Biden will officially leave office in January 2025.
A senior US official told the agency that On Friday, he was close to reaching an agreement.But in the end the two sides did not reach a consensus.
Unofficially it is said to be on Wednesday. Biden put pressure on NetanyahuTo ease the new demands. Israel demanded, among other things, keep their strength Along the corridor between Egypt and the Gaza Strip (14.5 km – editor). Hamas expects the enemy to withdraw completely from the area.