Brief by Short91 Newsdesk / 07:34am on 23 Oct 2023,Monday International
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken condemned Hamas for preventing American citizens from leaving Gaza, highlighting the group's disregard for civilians. In discussions about a potential ceasefire, Blinken emphasized the need for sustained delivery of essential supplies to Gaza's residents. He acknowledged the risk of escalation involving Iran's proxies, stating the US is prepared to respond if American forces are targeted. Additional military assets, including aircraft carrier battle groups, have been deployed to the region to deter potential threats without provocation.
