Blinken, Baerbock Push for Ceasefire in Middle East

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is visiting the Middle East to revive ceasefire talks amid escalating conflicts involving Israel, Gaza, and Lebanon. His visit follows the killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and Israel's intensified military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon, causing significant civilian casualties and displacements. The U.S. is pressing Israel to increase humanitarian aid to Gaza and reduce civilian harm during its military actions. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock is also in Lebanon to assess the ongoing situation as Israel's offensive continues. A recent Israeli airstrike near Beirut's Rafik Hariri Hospital killed 13 people and injured 57, worsening the humanitarian crisis. Additionally, the FBI is investigating a leak of classified documents detailing Israel's plans for a potential strike against Iran, adding to regional tensions.