U.S. will work towards six-week ceasefire in Gaza: Joe Biden
9 months, 2 weeks ago

U.S. will work towards six-week ceasefire in Gaza: Joe Biden

The Hindu  

Greeting the Muslim community across the world on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, U.S. President Joe Biden on March 10 reiterated that the United States will continue working non-stop to establish an immediate and sustained ceasefire for at least six weeks as part of a deal that releases hostages. “While we get more life-saving aid to Gaza, the United States will continue working non-stop to establish an immediate and sustained ceasefire for at least six weeks as part of a deal that releases hostages. And we’ll continue to work with Israel to expand deliveries by land, insisting that it facilitate more routes and open more crossings to get more aid to more people,” Mr. Biden said. In a message, Mr. Biden said as the new crescent moon marks the beginning of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, he and the First Lady extend their best wishes and prayers to Muslims across the U.S. and around the world.

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After successfully brokering Israel-Hezbollah truce deal, Biden says US will push for Gaza ceasefire now
3 weeks, 6 days ago

After successfully brokering Israel-Hezbollah truce deal, Biden says US will push for Gaza ceasefire now

Firstpost  

Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu right before the US- and French-brokered truce with Hezbollah was announced Tuesday and they agreed to try again for a Gaza agreement that has eluded negotiators for months US President Joe Biden announces a cessation of hostilities between Israel and Lebanon. US President Joe Biden on Wednesday said that after the successful …

Biden touts Israel-Hezbollah cease-fire deal
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Biden touts Israel-Hezbollah cease-fire deal

Politico  

Under the deal outlined by the president, the Lebanese army will take control of their own territory in the south, Hezbollah infrastructure will not be allowed to be rebuilt and Israel forces will withdraw over the next 60 days. Biden added that the United States, along with “Turkey, Egypt, Qatar, Israel and others” would take on a renewed push to …

Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal 'out of reach in Biden's remaining term'
3 months ago

Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal 'out of reach in Biden's remaining term'

Daily Mail  

A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is unlikely to be reached before Joe Biden leaves office in January, U.S. officials believe as tensions in the Middle East ratchet up over Lebanon. Antony Blinken has said Israel and Hamas representatives had already agreed to '90 per cent' of a proposed deal, and the Pentagon assured on Thursday: 'I can tell you …

'Not there yet': US presents new ceasefire proposal for Israel-Hamas war as Gaza talks paused
4 months, 1 week ago

'Not there yet': US presents new ceasefire proposal for Israel-Hamas war as Gaza talks paused

India TV News  

Israel-Hamas War: The ceasefire talks in Doha, Qatar, aimed at bringing an end to the gruelling war between Israel and Hamas have paused on Friday as the US has presented a new proposal that built on points of agreement over the past week, closing gaps that would allow the rapid implementation of a deal. Negotiators will meet again next week …

'Time to end the war': Biden sees progress on Gaza deal
5 months, 1 week ago

'Time to end the war': Biden sees progress on Gaza deal

Raw Story  

President Joe Biden said Thursday that US mediators were making progress in reaching a Gaza ceasefire deal as he called for an end to the Israel-Hamas war. Biden more than a month ago laid out a plan in which Israel would temporarily halt its offensive in Gaza and Palestinian militants would release hostages, setting the stage for talks for a …

US prez Biden presents new Israel ceasefire plan, calls on Hamas to accept it
6 months, 3 weeks ago

US prez Biden presents new Israel ceasefire plan, calls on Hamas to accept it

Hindustan Times  

U.S. President Joe Biden on Friday called on Hamas militants to agree to a new offer from Israel on releasing hostages in exchange for a Gaza ceasefire, saying this is the best way to begin winding down the deadly conflict. A U.S. official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan would meet on Friday …

‘Gaza ceasefire possible tomorrow if…’: US President Joe Biden
7 months, 1 week ago

‘Gaza ceasefire possible tomorrow if…’: US President Joe Biden

Hindustan Times  

US President Joe Biden said Saturday that a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war was possible as soon as "tomorrow" if the militant group released its hostages. US President Joe Biden "There would be a ceasefire tomorrow if Hamas would release the hostages," Biden said at a fundraiser outside Seattle, at the home of a former Microsoft executive, after avoiding the …

‘Not your typical Ramadan’: Muslim Americans focus on Gaza in holy month
8 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Not your typical Ramadan’: Muslim Americans focus on Gaza in holy month

Al Jazeera  

Muslim Americans have rebuffed some politicians, held fundraisers and scaled back festivities to show support for Gaza. “Allahu akbar, Allahu akbar.” The words announced the end of a day of fasting as dozens of people gathered last week to protest against President Joe Biden’s support for Israel’s war on Gaza and an iftar meal the White House was hosting for …

In Michigan, a Ramadan like no other as Muslims grapple with Gaza’s siege
8 months, 2 weeks ago

In Michigan, a Ramadan like no other as Muslims grapple with Gaza’s siege

Al Jazeera  

So numerous were the cars parked in the parking lot at the United Michigan Muslim Association in the Detroit suburb of Beverly Hills that they spilled over into the Taco Bell lot almost every night during Ramadan. The imam here, Mohamed Almasmari, said this Ramadan is “exceptional”, almost doubling the size of the previous year’s crowd for nightly tarawih prayers, …

Israel’s war on Gaza updates: Ceasefire hopes ‘drowned out by bombs’
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Israel’s war on Gaza updates: Ceasefire hopes ‘drowned out by bombs’

Al Jazeera  

Earlier, we reported that Israel has asked to reschedule a meeting with US officials to discuss its military plans in Gaza’s southern city of Rafah, days after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu abruptly scrapped the planned talks. “It was foolish, stupid, and shortsighted on his part,” Al Jazeera’s Senior Political Analyst Marwan Bishara said of the Israeli Prime Minister’s decision …

Gaza war: How Biden adopted call for ‘ceasefire’ without shifting policy
9 months, 1 week ago

Gaza war: How Biden adopted call for ‘ceasefire’ without shifting policy

Al Jazeera  

The US says it is seeking a ‘ceasefire’ for a limited time, but Palestinian rights advocates want a lasting end to Israel’s war. “Biden really thinks that we’re stupid and that we can’t see through this propaganda.” Pause versus permanent ceasefire The US government has been working to secure a deal that would see a temporary suspension of the fighting, …

Joe Biden wishes Muslims ‘Ramzan kareem’, pledges to work for ceasefire in Gaza
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Joe Biden wishes Muslims ‘Ramzan kareem’, pledges to work for ceasefire in Gaza

Live Mint  

Greeting Muslims across the world on the start of Ramzan, US President Joe Biden has recognised the suffering of the Palestinian people and pledged to lead international efforts to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza and work non-stop to establish an immediate and sustained ceasefire for at least six weeks there. Some of the Palestinians killed in Gaza “are family members …

Ramadan 2024: Palestinians prepare for Ramzan in shadow of Gaza war
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Ramadan 2024: Palestinians prepare for Ramzan in shadow of Gaza war

Live Mint  

Palestinians prepared for Ramadan in sombre mood with heightened security measures by Israeli police and the spectre of war and hunger in Gaza overshadowing the normally festive Muslim holy month as talks to secure a ceasefire stalled. After some confusion last month when hard-right Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir said he wanted restrictions on worshippers at Al Aqsa, Prime Minister …

Biden Says Israel Would Halt War During Ramadan if Hostages Released
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Biden Says Israel Would Halt War During Ramadan if Hostages Released

Live Mint  

President Biden said Israel has agreed to halt the war in Gaza during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan if Hamas releases hostages, adding pressure to negotiators who are racing to broker a cease-fire this week. Israeli officials declined to comment on Biden’s remarks, made during an appearance Monday on NBC’s “Late Night With Seth Meyers.” Earlier on Monday, Biden …

Israel ready to halt war in Gaza during Ramadan if hostage deal is reached: Biden
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Israel ready to halt war in Gaza during Ramadan if hostage deal is reached: Biden

The Hindu  

United States President Joe Biden said Israel would be willing to halt its war on Hamas in Gaza during the upcoming Muslim fasting month of Ramadan if a deal is reached to release some of the hostages held by the militants. Explained | Understanding U.S.-Israel relations Mr. Biden said Monday that he hopes a cease-fire deal could take effect by …

Biden hopes Israel-Hamas ceasefire, hostage deal to be agreed by March 4
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Biden hopes Israel-Hamas ceasefire, hostage deal to be agreed by March 4

The Hindu  

U.S. President Joe Biden said Monday that he hopes a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas that would pause hostilities and allow for remaining hostages to be released can take effect by early next week. My hope is by next Monday we’ll have a ceasefire.” Mr. Biden commented in New York after taping an appearance on NBC’s “Late Night With Seth …

Israel is ready to halt its war in Gaza during Ramadan if a hostage deal is reached, Biden says
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Israel is ready to halt its war in Gaza during Ramadan if a hostage deal is reached, Biden says

New Indian Express  

TEL AVIV: United States President Joe Biden said Israel would be willing to halt its war on Hamas in Gaza during the upcoming Muslim fasting month of Ramadan if a deal is reached to release some of the hostages held by the militants. Negotiators from the U.S., Egypt and Qatar are working on a framework deal under which Hamas would …

'We're close': Biden says Gaza ceasefire could happen by Monday
9 months, 4 weeks ago

'We're close': Biden says Gaza ceasefire could happen by Monday

India Today  

US President Joe Biden said that he hopes to have a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza start by next Monday as the two warring sides appeared to close in on a deal during negotiations in Qatar that also aims to broker the release of hostages. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel was ready for a deal, and …

Biden hopes for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza by Monday
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Biden hopes for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza by Monday

Al Jazeera  

Biden’s comments come as negotiations to end Israel’s devastating war on Gaza appear to gather pace. United States President Joe Biden says he hopes to have a ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza by next Monday as negotiations to halt hostilities and secure the release of captives appear to gather pace. Biden’s comments came a day after his NSA Jake …

Joe Biden says Israel agrees to stop Gaza attacks during Ramadan if hostage deal is reached with Hamas
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Joe Biden says Israel agrees to stop Gaza attacks during Ramadan if hostage deal is reached with Hamas

ABC  

In short: Joe Biden says Israel would halt its war in Gaza during the month of Ramadan if Hamas agrees to its latest proposal for a prisoner-hostage exchange. Joe Biden says Israel would halt its war in Gaza during the month of Ramadan if Hamas agrees to its latest proposal for a prisoner-hostage exchange. US President Joe Biden says Israel …

Israel-Hamas war: Biden hopes cease-fire can take effect by next Monday
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Israel-Hamas war: Biden hopes cease-fire can take effect by next Monday

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — President Joe Biden said Monday that he hopes a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas that would pause hostilities and allow for remaining hostages to be released can take effect by early next week. My hope is by next Monday we’ll have a ceasefire.” Biden commented in New York after taping an appearance on NBC’s “Late Night With …

Eye on the Middle East | The United States has subtly shifted its stand towards the Israel-Gaza war
10 months, 1 week ago

Eye on the Middle East | The United States has subtly shifted its stand towards the Israel-Gaza war

Hindustan Times  

Addressing a press conference on February 12, 2024, US President Joe Biden warned Israel against a planned offensive into Gaza’s Rafah city where fleeing Palestinians have taken refuge. The United States maintained this dual approach until December end — it denounced South Africa’s genocide charge at the ICJ as “meritless”, even as it increased its calls for Israel to limit …

Israel-Hamas inch closer to fresh ceasefire plan: 10 things you need to know
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Israel-Hamas inch closer to fresh ceasefire plan: 10 things you need to know

Live Mint  

Israel-Hamas war: The United States, Qatar, and Egypt are in the middle of some intense negotiations to get Israel and Hamas to agree to a truce as the death toll in the Gaza war nears 28,000. A BBC report has claimed that Hamas has responded to the proposed Gaza ceasefire plan which will likely include the exchange of Israeli hostages …

Joe Biden's stark choice: Ceasefire in Gaza — or regional war in Middle East
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Joe Biden's stark choice: Ceasefire in Gaza — or regional war in Middle East

Salon  

In the topsy-turvy world of corporate media reporting on U.S. foreign policy, we have been led to believe that air strikes on Yemen, Iraq and Syria are legitimate and responsible efforts to contain the expanding war over Israel’s slaughter in Gaza, while the actions of the Houthi government in Yemen, Hezbollah in Lebanon, and Iran and its allies in Iraq …

US Muslims pledge to ditch Biden in 2024 over his stance on Israel-Gaza war
1 year ago

US Muslims pledge to ditch Biden in 2024 over his stance on Israel-Gaza war

Al Jazeera  

Muslims in key states launch #AbandonBiden campaign over US president’s refusal to call for a ceasefire in Gaza. Muslim American leaders in several pivotal states pledged on Saturday to rally their communities against President Joe Biden’s bid for re-election due to his steadfast backing of Israel’s war in Gaza. “This #AbandonBiden 2024 conference is set against the backdrop of the …

‘Important but not enough’: What does Israel-Hamas deal mean for US policy?
1 year, 1 month ago

‘Important but not enough’: What does Israel-Hamas deal mean for US policy?

Al Jazeera  

Advocates pledge to continue to push for ceasefire as Biden welcomes captives deal that will see temporary pause to war. We have to continue building momentum to reach a permanent ceasefire, a return of all the hostages, unfettered aid access and a solution for peace for Israelis and Palestinians.” The deal will see Hamas release 50 women and children held …

Biden’s outreach to US Arabs, Muslims ‘falling flat’ amid Israel-Gaza war
1 year, 1 month ago

Biden’s outreach to US Arabs, Muslims ‘falling flat’ amid Israel-Gaza war

Al Jazeera  

Anger is growing, even as US administration holds meetings with advocates and announces anti-Islamophobia strategy. Many Palestinian, Arab and Muslim Americans have expressed frustration over the Biden administration’s “unwavering” support for Israel’s war in Gaza. “They’re in damage-control mode.” Islamophobia strategy Another facet of the White House outreach efforts is its national strategy to combat Islamophobia, announced last week. “Islamophobia …

‘Biden, you can’t hide’: Tens of thousands march in US for Gaza ceasefire
1 year, 1 month ago

‘Biden, you can’t hide’: Tens of thousands march in US for Gaza ceasefire

Al Jazeera  

Washington, DC – Tens of thousands of people have gathered in the United States capital to demand a ceasefire in Gaza as Washington continues to resist calls for an end to the war despite the mounting death toll. United Nations experts have warned of a growing risk of genocide in Gaza amid Israel’s relentless bombardment of the enclave, which was …

'Ceasefire in Gaza as of now will only benefit Hamas': USA supports Israel's stand
1 year, 1 month ago

'Ceasefire in Gaza as of now will only benefit Hamas': USA supports Israel's stand

Op India  

On 30th October, the United States rejected calls for a ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist terror outfit Hamas. Rejecting the demand for a ceasefire, Kirby said, “We believe that a ceasefire right now benefits Hamas, and Hamas is the only one that would gain from that right now.” The same was pointed out by Former US Secretary of …

Israel-Hamas war | World leaders seek pause to fighting to allow aid into Gaza
1 year, 1 month ago

Israel-Hamas war | World leaders seek pause to fighting to allow aid into Gaza

The Hindu  

The United States and Russia led international calls for a pause in fighting between Israel and Hamas to allow aid into the besieged Gaza Strip, as Israel maintained its bombardment of the enclave where Palestinians are living in harrowing conditions. A total of 704 Palestinians, including 305 children, were killed on October 24, the Health Ministry in Hamas-ruled Gaza said, …

Editorial: Biden should balance support for Israel with pushing for peace in a volatile region
1 year, 2 months ago

Editorial: Biden should balance support for Israel with pushing for peace in a volatile region

LA Times  

Palestinians carry belongings as they leave Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza City on Wednesday. Hamas does not represent the Palestinian people.” Biden expressed solidarity with the Israeli people and promised that he would ask Congress for “an unprecedented support package for Israel’s defense.” He adroitly combined that statement of support with a gentle but unmistakable plea for Israel to achieve …

News Analysis: Sudden war in Israel and Gaza upends region’s diplomatic, political calculations
1 year, 2 months ago

News Analysis: Sudden war in Israel and Gaza upends region’s diplomatic, political calculations

LA Times  

President Biden meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in New York on Sept. 20. Biden spoke with Netanyahu on Saturday, after which he said the U.S. would “stand ready to offer all appropriate means of support” to Israel. Vowing “mighty vengeance,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu launched massive airstrikes on the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip in response to the militant …

Joe Biden hails ceasefire; says both Palestinians and Israelis deserve to live safely
3 years, 7 months ago

Joe Biden hails ceasefire; says both Palestinians and Israelis deserve to live safely

India TV News  

Palestinians and Israelis equally deserve to live safely, security and to enjoy equal measures of freedom, prosperity and democracy, US President Joe Biden has said as Israel and Hamas have agreed to an unconditional ceasefire following a 11 day war that caused widespread destruction in the Gaza Strip. “I believe the Palestinians and Israelis equally deserve to live safely and …

After Gaza ceasefire: ‘What’s Biden’s plan? There’s zero plan’
3 years, 7 months ago

After Gaza ceasefire: ‘What’s Biden’s plan? There’s zero plan’

Al Jazeera  

The Israeli attack on Gaza spurred protests in the US, but experts say Joe Biden hopes to put the issue on the back burner. There’s zero plan.” ‘De-prioritise’ When Israel’s military launched attacks on Gaza on May 10, an issue the Biden administration had hoped to “de-prioritise” amid other, more pressing topics – COVID-19 recovery, racial justice, Iran talks – …

Biden applauds Gaza ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas
3 years, 7 months ago

Biden applauds Gaza ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas

Al Jazeera  

US president backs Israel and condemns Hamas, pledges humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza. United States President Joe Biden said on Thursday the US welcomes a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip and emphasised the US will continue to support Israel militarily. “The United States fully supports Israel’s right to defend itself against indiscriminate rocket attacks …

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