International newspapers are reporting a significant decline in the prospects for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, with the United States unable to mediate effectively between Israel and Hamas. As U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken departs the region, gaps remain wide, indicating that diplomatic efforts have not yielded an agreement. Reports suggest that President Biden's strategy of leveraging arms sales to pressure Israel has also failed, leaving the situation precarious.
Biden is under pressure to find a resolution to the ongoing conflict, which is seen as a critical challenge in his presidency. Meanwhile, Israeli officials express concern over the long-term viability of Israel if the war continues, with calls for a change in leadership to prevent further decline. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens, with UN officials highlighting the dire conditions faced by civilians, including a growing number of orphans left in the wake of the violence.
