President Joe Biden hopes for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war by next week, negotiations are ongoing with involvement from various parties including Qatar, Israel, and Egypt. Israel is considering a ground offensive in Rafah, where many civilians are seeking refuge.
Key Points
Cease-fire negotiations ongoing with involvement from various parties
Israel considering a ground offensive in Rafah
Efforts to release hostages and provide aid to Gazans
Previous truce resulted in release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners
Pros
Progress in negotiations for a temporary cease-fire
Efforts to release hostages and provide aid to Gazans
Involvement of multiple parties to reach an agreement
Cons
Ongoing obstacles in negotiations
Potential for Israel to proceed with a ground offensive