Biden administration's ‘lame duck’ period caused concern over potential US abstention
Biden administration's ‘lame duck’ period caused concern over potential US abstention
Leaders across Israel’s political spectrum reject 21-day ceasefire with Hezbollah
Israel continues to wait for Hezbollah and Iranian response to high-level killings
Netanyahu also faces pressure over ceasefire deal, but from two opposing groups
Western leaders continue to call for ceasefire deal, end to conflict
Israel previously agreed to temporary pauses in fighting to secure release of hostages, but still vows to dismantle Hamas as a military and political force in Gaza
Some Gaza residents were seen returning to the northern Gaza Strip after the ceasefire started
Former security heads warn ceasefire will create difficulties for Israel to resume war effort