Biden hopes for Gaza ceasefire by next week

President Biden expressed hope for a ceasefire in Gaza by next week, as the conflict between Israel and Palestinian militant groups continue to escalate.

The President has been in touch with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, urging for an end to the violence that has claimed the lives of hundreds of civilians, including children.

The United States has deployed diplomats to the region to facilitate talks and to urge for a peaceful resolution to the conflict. Biden has also called for humanitarian aid to be delivered to the people in Gaza who have been affected by the violence.

The international community has been calling for an immediate ceasefire and for both parties to resume negotiations for a lasting peace in the region. President Biden’s efforts to bring about a ceasefire by next week are seen as a crucial step towards de-escalating the situation and preventing further loss of life.