Biden Leads International Calls for Gaza Ceasefire

Following the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, US President Joe Biden and other Western leaders are advocating for a ceasefire in Gaza. Biden expressed optimism that Sinwar's death could facilitate negotiations, citing it as an opportunity to move towards peace talks, and announced plans for Secretary of State Antony Blinken to visit Israel soon. In contrast, the Iranian-backed group Hezbollah has vowed retaliation, while Biden’s remarks were echoed by European leaders like Macron and Scholz. Meanwhile, the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) condemned the ongoing violence in Gaza, alleging that the Biden administration's support for Israel contributes to civilian casualties, including a recent incident at a UN-run shelter that killed 28 people. CAIR is also calling for an end to US military aid to Israel in light of reported war crimes. As the conflict escalates, the international community is grappling with the implications for regional stability and humanitarian concerns.