Biden announces Israel’s proposed Gaza ceasefire deal for Hamas
By
Naomi Lim
May 31, 2024 1:55 pm
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President Joe Biden announced Israel’s terms for a three-phase proposal for “an enduring ceasefire” between Israel and Hamas and the release of all hostages held in Gaza.
“Hamas needs to take the deal,” Biden said in remarks at the White House.
The first phase of the “comprehensive” roadmap, if agreed to by Hamas, would include a six-week ceasefire, according to Biden.
Phase two would include the exchange of all remaining living hostages, including male soldiers, and Israel withdrawing from Gaza, according to Biden during an address on Friday. The third phase would include Gaza’s reconstruction, the president said.
“The United States will work with our partners to rebuild homes, schools, and hospitals in Gaza,” Biden said. “To help repair communities that were destroyed in the chaos of war.”
Biden’s announcement coincides with Israel’s confirmation that the Israel Defense Forces have reached central Rafah in southern Gaza.
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