U.S. President Joe Biden has stated that a ceasefire agreement, which ensures the release of hostages and prisoners, must be finalized. Italy and Canada have also expressed support for a permanent ceasefire initiative mediated by Egypt, Qatar, and the United States.
Biden wrote on the social media platform X early this morning, Saturday, August 10, “The time has come to finalize the ceasefire agreement and secure the release of hostages and prisoners. There is no room for delay.”
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