Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:27am on 14 Aug 2024,Wednesday International
The US seeks to "lower the temperature" in the Middle East, according to UN Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield. Washington's goal is to "deter and defend against any future attack" and prevent regional conflict, particularly as concerns grow over possible Iranian retaliation against Israel. Following the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, the US is pushing for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Despite ongoing diplomatic efforts, including a new round of ceasefire talks, tensions remain high. The US has also approved a $20 billion arms sale to Israel amid the escalating crisis.
