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Blinken travels to the Middle East to push for Gaza ceasefire plan

US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken is scheduled to travel to the Middle East next week in an effort to advance a ceasefire proposal between Israel and Hamas, as announced by the US State Department on Friday. This will mark Blinken’s eighth visit to the region since the conflict began on October 7. His trip will include stops in Israel, Egypt, Qatar, and Jordan between June 10 and 12.

Qatar recently confirmed that it had delivered a new Israeli proposal to Hamas, reflecting principles mentioned by US President Joe Biden. The Qatari Foreign Ministry emphasized that efforts are being made to finalize an agreement between the two parties.

President Biden disclosed details of the new proposal for a truce in the Gaza Strip, revealing that it consists of three stages. The proposal includes a ceasefire, release of detainees, return of Palestinians to their homes, exchange of prisoners, and a reconstruction plan for Gaza. Biden urged Tel Aviv’s leadership to support the new proposal and emphasized that failure to accept it could lead to continued conflict in Gaza.

Overall, the various diplomatic efforts are aimed at reaching a sustainable ceasefire and resolution to the conflict between Israel and Hamas in the region. The involvement of key stakeholders such as the US, Israel, Qatar, and other regional players highlights the importance of finding a peaceful solution to the ongoing crisis.

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