Biden’s Middle East adviser, Brett McGurk, traveled to Doha this week for discussions regarding the prospect of a hostage deal between Israel and Hamas. The White House, through spokesperson John Kirby, stated its backing for a longer humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza. This ceasefire aims to facilitate the release of hostages and enable the delivery of crucial aid. McGurk’s visit underscores the importance of resolving the conflict and achieving stability in the region. For more details, click the link.