US submits draft resolution to UN calling for immediate ceasefire in Palestinian enclave | ABC News

The United States has submitted a draft resolution to the UN urging for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza in exchange for the release of hostages.

Additionally, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has stated in talks with Arab leaders that although the United States "stands with Israel" and its right to defend itself, it is "imperative" that civilians in the Palestinian enclave are made a "priority."
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