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Progress in Gaza ceasefire talks faces challenges due to differing demands. Ongoing negotiations aim to bridge gaps for a mutually acceptable agreement.

Source says wording suggests significant movement in US position as pressure mounts on Israel to halt campaign

Key Israel backer the United States has vetoed previous UN Security Council votes on the nearly six-month war, objecting as recently as in February to the use of the term "immediate" in a draft submitted by Algeria.

Latest updates on Israel-Hamas negotiations for cease-fire and hostage release with international mediation efforts ongoing.

US secretary of state says he believes ceasefire deal for Gaza is still possible

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has begun a Middle East tour hoping to secure a ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.

The United States has circulated a draft UN Security Council resolution calling for an "immediate ceasefire linked to the release of hostages" in the Gaza Strip, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said.

European Union leaders called on Thursday for an "immediate" humanitarian pause in Gaza that would lead to a ceasefire. "Strong and unified statement of EU leaders on the Middle East at #EUCO tonight!" Charles Michel, the president of the council, posted on social media platform X. "The EU calls for…

Saudi Crown Prince MBS and US Secretary of State Blinken discuss Gaza ceasefire and humanitarian situation, expressing optimism for progress in diplomatic ...