US calls for temporary Gaza ceasefire in UN

The United States has urged for an immediate and temporary ceasefire in the conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. The call was made during a United Nations Security Council meeting, where US Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the need for both parties to halt the violence and engage in peaceful dialogue.

Blinken expressed concern over the escalating violence and civilian casualties in Gaza, noting the urgent need for humanitarian aid to reach those affected by the conflict. He called on both Israel and Hamas to adhere to international law and protect civilians, and emphasized the importance of a political solution to the long-standing conflict.

The US’s call for a temporary ceasefire comes as the violence in Gaza continues to escalate, with hundreds of Palestinians killed and thousands more injured. The international community has been calling for an end to the hostilities and a return to negotiations to resolve the underlying issues fueling the conflict.

It remains to be seen if Israel and Hamas will heed the US’s call for a temporary ceasefire and if the international community will be able to broker a lasting peace in the region.