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Truce Talks Resume in Cairo Amid Gaza Conflict, U.S. and Jordan Seek Cease-Fire

High-level officials from the U.S., Israel, Egypt, and Qatar convene in Cairo to negotiate a new truce in Gaza, as President Biden and Jordan's King Abdullah II advocate for peace and caution against a ground offensive in Rafah.

Overview

  • U.S. President Joe Biden and Jordan's King Abdullah II meet to discuss the Gaza conflict, emphasizing the need for a cease-fire and cautioning against an Israeli ground offensive in Rafah.
  • CIA Director Bill Burns represents the U.S. in Cairo talks aiming for a six-week cease-fire in Gaza, amidst significant hurdles and previous rejections of cease-fire proposals by both Israel and Hamas.
  • Critics accuse Biden of betraying Israel following his meeting with King Abdullah, alleging pandering to far-left voters and Hamas supporters.
  • Jordan's King Abdullah's visit to the White House highlights the country's delicate position between the U.S. and its stance on the Israel-Hamas war, seeking an end to the conflict and a role in Gaza's postwar reconstruction.
  • The talks in Cairo are described as 'moving in the right direction,' but face challenges due to the intractable stances of Israel and Hamas, and growing concerns over Israel's plans for Rafah.