Jury begins deliberating in Hunter Biden's trial on gun-related charges. Recent rescue of hostages complicates Secretary of State Blinken's efforts to broker a cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas.
Key Points
Senior administration official shares insights on the situation
Secretary of State Blinken faces challenges in brokering a deal
Resignation of centrist Israeli cabinet member adds to complications
Pros
Recent rescue of hostages strengthens Israeli Prime Minister's resolve to continue military operations
Efforts to broker a cease-fire deal remain active
Cons
Remaining hostages including Americans still in captivity
Civilian casualties and complexities in the conflict