US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is intensifying diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire in the ongoing Gaza war, facing resistance from both Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas. With crucial meetings scheduled in Israel and Egypt, the urgency for a resolution grows as the humanitarian crisis escalates.
Despite some signs of cautious optimism from mediators, significant differences remain between the parties. Hamas's rejection of new proposals and Netanyahu's insistence on security measures complicate the path to a potential truce.
