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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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Why It Matters: Blinken’s diplomatic efforts come in the wake of his unsuccessful push for a humanitarian pause in Israel’s military operations in Gaza. The proposed pause was rejected, highlighting the complex challenges faced in achieving peace in the region.
Meanwhile, Blinken also paid an unexpected visit to the West Bank and Iraq in November 2023, aimed to soothe regional anxieties amidst the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. These visits were aimed at underscoring the U.S.’s commitment to preventing the conflict from spreading and supporting Palestinian civilians caught in the crisis.
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