U.S. Secretary of State expressed frustration at surprise escalations that could derail efforts to broker a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. The U.S. is assessing deadly pager explosions linked to Israel in Lebanon. The Secretary spoke in Egypt during talks on Gaza cease-fire negotiations and U.S.-Egyptian relations.
The United States, along with international partners like Egypt, is working to broker a cease-fire in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Tensions are rising as Israeli leaders consider escalating military action against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
