Trump's Middle East Envoy Visits Israel in Show of Support for Gaza Cease-Fire
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Steven Witkoff, the top American envoy, is set to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to strengthen a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas. This visit may include an inspection of the Netzarim Corridor in Gaza, a vital area for the planned return of displaced Palestinians. Witkoff's trip comes after discussions in Saudi Arabia regarding a broader Middle East peace plan and symbolizes a significant diplomatic move, as he would be the highest-ranking U.S. official to visit Gaza in years amid ongoing security challenges and the American no-contact policy with Hamas.
Steven Witkoff, the U.S. envoy to the Middle East, plans to reinforce a cease-fire and inspect regions of Gaza, marking a significant diplomatic engagement.
The U.S. aims to facilitate a cease-fire agreement that would enable many displaced Palestinians to return to their homes, signaling a shift in diplomatic efforts.
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