U.S. President Joe Biden has stated that a ceasefire agreement, which ensures the release of hostages and prisoners, must be finalized. Italy and Canada have also expressed support for a permanent ceasefire initiative mediated by Egypt, Qatar, and the United States.
Biden wrote on the social media platform X early this morning, Saturday, August 10, “The time has come to finalize the ceasefire agreement and secure the release of hostages and prisoners. There is no room for delay.”
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken also warned in a phone call with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant yesterday about the continuation of hostilities and the risk of new fronts opening up.
Meanwhile, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau welcomed the efforts of the mediating countries (Egypt, Qatar, and the United States) to secure a “permanent ceasefire in Gaza” on Friday.
Trudeau wrote on the social media platform X that “the agreement led by the United States, Egypt, and Qatar can achieve this goal. Canada fully supports their efforts to free hostages, end the humanitarian crisis, and return to the path of peace.”
On Thursday, mediators from Egypt, Qatar, and the United States urged Israel and the Palestinian resistance group Hamas to resume negotiations next week in Doha or Cairo.
Amid these developments, concerns about the escalation of conflict in the Middle East have grown following the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, the political leader of Hamas, in Tehran.
The call for a finalized ceasefire and the release of hostages marks a critical moment in the ongoing conflict. With growing international support and mediation efforts, there is a glimmer of hope for a resolution.
However, the situation remains precarious, particularly with the potential for the conflict to expand further after recent high-profile assassinations. The coming days will be crucial in determining whether peace can be achieved or if the region will see further destabilization.
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