US Secretary of State Blinken makes statement on ceasefire

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken made significant assessments regarding the ongoing ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas and the future of Gaza.

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Blinken made important statements regarding the ongoing ceasefire negotiations between Hamas and Israel.

Blinken said, "If Hamas accepts, the ceasefire is ready to be finalized."

Regarding the future of Gaza, Blinken stated, "I hope that Palestinian authorities will invite international actors for an interim administration. Security forces in Gaza should consist of different nations and Palestinians. Palestinians deserve to determine their own destiny."

Addressing Israel, Blinken also said, "Israelis must set aside the myth that they can de facto annex Gaza and must accept a reformed Palestinian National Authority in Palestine."