Qatari official urges Israel, Hamas for cease-fire; Biden intervenes
The Associated Press — April 28, 2024, 11:00 PM UTC
Summary: President Biden spoke with Prime Minister Netanyahu urging progress in humanitarian aid delivery to Gaza. Israel plans to invade Rafah, opposed by the U.S. and Qatar. Negotiations aim for a cease-fire deal, release of hostages, and reconstruction in Gaza. Pressure mounts to avert an Israeli attack on Rafah. Aid groups warn of worsening humanitarian crisis. World Central Kitchen resumes operations in Gaza. The war has claimed thousands of lives.
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