UAE - Antony Blinken's Diplomatic Middle East Tour Aims To Quell Regional War Amid Ongoing Israel-Hamas War | Benzinga
The U.S. Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, has embarked on a diplomatic mission to the Middle East to prevent a potential regional war. His itinerary includes visits to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Israel.
What Happened: Blinken set out on a five-day diplomatic journey starting from Jordan and Qatar, aiming to halt the escalation of the Gaza war. The Secretary expressed fears about the conflict's potential to spread across the region without a unified effort towards peace. Despite these concerns, Israel remains steadfast in its commitment to keep fighting until Hamas is eradicated, according to Reuters.
Throughout his visit, Blinken plans to stress the importance of minimizing civilian casualties in Gaza and defending the rights of Palestinian civilians. Amidst the ongoing conflict, global concerns about the death toll and devastation in Gaza are mounting, leading to an international call for a ceasefire.
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