After a grueling six-hour meeting, Benjamin Netanyahu’s office announced the ratification of an agreement despite strong opposition from some hardline cabinet members.
Israeli cabinet officially approves ceasefire deal with Hamas, signaling a potential shift in strategy
The increase in aid as part of the ceasefire agreement is seen as an acknowledgment that Israel could have done more to help, according to experts.
During his final press briefing, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken faced criticism from journalists for his stance on the Gaza conflict.
This includes backing Israel at the UN and supplying weapons despite concerns over human rights violations within his own department. Reuters provided details:
“Criminal! Why aren’t you in The Hague?” shouted Sam Husseini, a vocal critic of US foreign policy. The Hague is home to the International Criminal Court.
The tense exchange at the State Department only ended when security removed Husseini from the room as he continued to challenge Blinken.
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