US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, speaking recently in the Middle East, expressed optimism about the possibility of a ceasefire deal for Gaza. He has returned to Cairo for urgent talks amid worsening conditions due to famine and continued Israeli blockade and bombardment. Blinken emphasized the consensus among Arab allies and the US on the necessity of an immediate and sustained ceasefire. Efforts are ongoing to reach an agreement in Doha, Qatar, where Qataris are mediating between Israel and Hamas.
The Guardian