US says ‘now is the time’ to end Gaza war

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken called for an end to the conflict in Gaza and urged Israel to avoid escalating tensions with Iran, as they continue to battle Iran-backed Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Blinken’s 11th visit to the region follows Israel’s retaliatory offensive against Hamas, resulting in civilian casualties. He emphasized the need for sustained progress in aid to Gaza and urged Israel to respond to Iran’s attacks without further escalation, while also encouraging Israel to pursue a potential deal with Saudi Arabia.

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