Hamas Rejects Ceasefire Proposal, Israel Says

Hamas on Tuesday rejected a ceasefire proposal outlined by President Joe Biden, Israeli officials told media outlets. Axios and the Times of Israel both reported that Israeli officials told them Hamas rejected the terms of the proposal, which calls for a phased agreement that would see Hamas free Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners

Blinken Announces $400 Million in Aid to Gaza, Urges Allies to Expand Efforts

Besides pushing for a cease-fire, Mr. Blinken urged other nations to redouble their support for humanitarian efforts in the Gaza Strip. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced $404 million in new aid to the Palestinian people on Tuesday, as he called for other countries to back a cease-fire proposal for the Gaza Strip and

Biden Administration Hosts Second White House Juneteenth Concert

‘While Juneteenth is a day for celebration, it is also a day for dedication,’ said Vice President Kamala Harris. The Biden Administration hosted a concert on June 10 in commemoration of Juneteenth amid Black Music Month. With the White House as its backdrop, the stage on the south lawn featured “The President’s Own” United States