Biden holds phone calls with Egyptian, Qatari officials over Gaza ceasefire talks

Biden urged Sisi and Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, whom he spoke to separately, to exert all efforts to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas.

U.S. President Joe Biden delivers virtual remarks during the National Action Network Convention from the Eisenhower Executive Office Building's South Court Auditorium at the White House in Washington, U.S., April 12, 2024.

(photo credit: REUTERS/BONNIE CASH)

ByREUTERS

APRIL 29, 2024 22:26

Updated: APRIL 30, 2024 03:53

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