During a recent press conference, US President Joe Biden expressed his lack of confidence in the imminent possibility of a ceasefire deal in Gaza. When asked about his confidence in a potential deal, Biden responded with a straightforward 'No,' citing discussions held with world leaders at the G7 summit in Italy.
Despite his reservations, Biden maintained a sense of optimism, stating, 'I haven't lost hope.' The proposed ceasefire, backed by the US and Israel, seemed to be in a state of uncertainty on Thursday, as neither side had publicly committed to the plan.
Hamas, the militant group in control of Gaza, indicated a level of receptiveness to the proposal, with a spokesperson mentioning that they had demonstrated 'necessary positivity.' However, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken raised concerns about Hamas's commitment to the process, questioning the group's sincerity.
President Biden urged Hamas to take decisive action, emphasizing that 'Hamas has to move' for progress to be made towards a potential ceasefire agreement. The situation remains fluid, with diplomatic efforts ongoing to address the conflict and bring about a resolution in the region.
