Biden Dispatches C.I.A. Director to Cairo for Peace Negotiations: Latest Developments in Israel Conflict

President Biden, after meeting with ‍King ⁢Abdullah ⁣II of Jordan, ⁢urged Israel to avoid a major ground offensive in ⁢the southern Gaza city of Rafah without a credible plan to protect over a million people​ sheltering there. King Abdullah sought⁢ international support for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza. Biden has rejected‌ a general cease-fire but pushed for a pause in fighting to allow for the‌ release of hostages held⁢ by⁣ Hamas. Both leaders emphasized the need for a‌ two-state solution to ⁤end​ the conflict. The situation in‌ Rafah is dire, and an Israeli invasion would only ⁤worsen the⁢ humanitarian ‍crisis. The United States is working to influence Israel’s conduct in the war, but no major policy changes have been signaled. ⁣The ‌conflict must⁤ end, and a lasting cease-fire is⁢ urgently needed. Source: www.nytimes.com