After two years of devastating violence, the first phase of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas is long-awaited good news. I will be watching developments very closely over the next few days, and I call on all parties to fully implement the agreement.
In the coming days, I hope to see the violence stop, all remaining hostages be released, and a significant surge in humanitarian aid into Gaza. The United States and our partners in the region must do our part to help maintain a lasting peace, ensure Israel’s long-term security, rebuild Gaza, and establish a true path forward for the peaceful coexistence of two states for the Palestinian and Israeli people.
