Biden says 'there has to be' temporary ceasefire in Gaza
President Joe Biden emphasized the necessity of a temporary truce in Gaza to facilitate the release of hostages from the Palestinian territory in exchange for prisoners held in Israel. Speaking from the White House, Biden stated his firm conviction on the matter and noted extensive discussions with Israel's prime minister.
- Middle East
- AFP
- Published Date: 09:48 | 16 February 2024
- Modified Date: 09:48 | 16 February 2024
President Joe Biden said Friday that there needs to be a temporary truce in Gaza to get hostages out of the Palestinian territory under a potential deal swapping them for prisoners held in Israel.
"I feel very strongly about it -- that there has to be a temporary ceasefire to get the prisoners out, to get the hostages out," Biden said from the White House. He added that he had held "extensive" conversations with Israel's prime minister on this and negotiations are "underway."
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