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United States President Joe Biden on Sunday (May 19) called for an immediate ceasefire in war-torn Gaza and said that he was making continuous efforts to ensure "lasting, durable peace" in the region that would also include the creation of a Palestinian state.

"This is one of the hardest, most complicated problems in the world. There's nothing easy about it," said Biden while addressing students at a graduation ceremony at the former university of civil rights icon Martin Luther King, Jr.

"I know it angers and frustrates many of you, including my family, but most of all, I know it breaks your heart. It breaks mine as well."

The US president said that he was pushing for an "immediate ceasefire to stop the fighting" and expressed his willingness to bring back all the hostages held captive by Hamas.

He then said that he was working towards achieving "lasting, durable peace" in the wider Middle East that would also eventually lead to an independent Palestinian state, which he termed as the "only solution."

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<h2>'I support peaceful non-violent protest,' says Biden</h2>

The 81-year-old leader further reacting to the Gaza protests that have taken over several universities in the country, said that he would pay attention to "non-violent" demonstrations and further stated that everyone's voices should be heard.

"I support peaceful non-violent protest. Your voices should be heard, and I promise you I hear them," Biden told a graduation ceremony at Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia, which went ahead without disruption.

Biden's remarks come amid US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's visit to Saudi Arabia and Israel who is pushing for a ceasefire as well as a normalization deal between the two countries.&nbsp;

Sullivan, earlier in the day, held talks with Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in the eastern Saudi city of Dhahran.

"The semi-final version of the draft strategic agreements between the Kingdom and the United States of America, which are almost being finalised... were discussed," the official Saudi Press Agency (SPA) said.

The meeting between the officials also involved talks around "what is being worked on between the two sides on the Palestinian issue to find a credible path towards a two-state solution", along with endeavours to put an end to the ongoing war in Gaza and streamline the distribution of humanitarian aid in the region. &nbsp;

The Biden administration has actively chased the 'mega-deal' where Washington has agreed to give benefits to Saudi Arabia including a defence pact and assistance with a civilian nuclear programme with uranium enrichment capacity in exchange for providing first-ever recognition of Israel.

(With inputs from agencies)

United States President Joe Biden on Sunday (May 19) called for an immediate ceasefire in war-torn Gaza and said that he was making continuous efforts to ensure "lasting, durable peace" in the region that would also include the creation of a Palestinian state.

United States President Joe Biden on Sunday (May 19) called for an immediate ceasefire in war-torn Gaza and said that he was making continuous efforts to ensure "lasting, durable peace" in the region that would also include the creation of a Palestinian state. "This is one of the hardest, most complicated problems in the world. There's nothing easy about it," said Biden while addressing students at a graduation ceremony at the former university of civil rights icon Martin Luther King, Jr. "I know it angers and frustrates many of you, including my family, but most of all, I know it breaks your heart. It breaks mine as well." The US president said that he was pushing for an "immediate ceasefire to stop the fighting" and expressed his willingness to bring back all the hostages held captive by Hamas. He then said that he was working towards achieving "lasting, durable peace" in the wider Middle East that would also eventually lead to an independent Palestinian state, which he termed as the "only solution." Also read: Death toll after Israeli strike on Gaza’s Nuseirat refugee camp rises to 31 'I support peaceful non-violent protest,' says Biden The 81-year-old leader further reacting to the Gaza protests that have taken over several universities in the country, said that he would pay attention to "non-violent" demonstrations and further stated that everyone's voices should be heard. "I support peaceful non-violent protest. Your voices should be heard, and I promise you I hear them," Biden told a graduation ceremony at Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia, which went ahead without disruption. Biden's remarks come amid US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's visit to Saudi Arabia and Israel who is pushing for a ceasefire as well as a normalization deal between the two countries. Sullivan, earlier in the day, held talks with Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in the eastern Saudi city of Dhahran. "The semi-final version of the draft strategic agreements between the Kingdom and the United States of America, which are almost being finalised... were discussed," the official Saudi Press Agency (SPA) said. The meeting between the officials also involved talks around "what is being worked on between the two sides on the Palestinian issue to find a credible path towards a two-state solution", along with endeavours to put an end to the ongoing war in Gaza and streamline the distribution of humanitarian aid in the region. The Biden administration has actively chased the 'mega-deal' where Washington has agreed to give benefits to Saudi Arabia including a defence pact and assistance with a civilian nuclear programme with uranium enrichment capacity in exchange for providing first-ever recognition of Israel. (With inputs from agencies)

US President Biden says pushing for ‘lasting, durable peace’ in Middle East

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Iranian state television reported Sunday (May 19) that rescuers are trying to reach a helicopter involved in an "incident" while travelling with an entourage including President Ebrahim Raisi. Raisi was reportedly travelling in Iran's East Azerbaijan province but the state media didn't share details of what exactly happened to the helicopter. Watch in for more details!

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Kicking off the two days of hearing in The Hague, South Africa accused Israel of stepping up 'genocide' in Gaza and alleged "Israel's genocide has continued apace and has just reached a new and horrific stage." On Friday the state of Israel was defending the military necessity of its operations in the Gaza Strip. A protester who was protesting against the Israeli Onslaught in Gaza interrupted this statement by describing the Israeli position as full of lies and calling the Israeli defense as nothing but a lie. Watch in for more details!

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US House of Representatives passed a bill on Thursday (May 16) to mandate the country to send weapons to Israel. The move by Republicans was meant to spotlight Democratic divisions over the Israel-Hamas war.

Notably, the Biden administration recently paused a shipment of 3,500 bombs, including some weighing up to 2,000 pounds, to discourage Israel's offensive on Rafah. However, Republicans have criticised President Joe Biden for delaying bomb shipments and abandoning US ally Israel.

The Israel Security Assistance Support Act was passed with 224 to 187 votes. Sixteen Democrats supported the measure while three Republicans opposed it. However, the bill is unlikely to become law.

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Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson condemned Biden's decision to pause shipments to Israel.

"This is a catastrophic decision with global implications. It is obviously being done as a political calculation, and we cannot let this stand," Johnson stated during a news conference on Wednesday (May 15).

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Democrats, however, accused Republicans of politicising the issue.&nbsp;

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries reportedly told a news conference before the vote, "It is not a serious effort at legislation, which is why some of the most pro-Israel members of the House Democratic caucus will be voting no."&nbsp;

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Despite the delayed shipment of bombs, Israel remains a major recipient of US military aid, with billions of dollars in weaponry still expected.

Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell expressed his frustration, saying, "I don’t think we should tell the Israelis how to conduct their military campaign, period.”

<h2>$1 billion weapons aid package</h2>

US State Department on Tuesday (May 14) advanced a $1 billion weapons aid package for Israel into the congressional review process.

Biden has put a hold on the bomb transfer due to concerns about potential mass casualties in Rafah.

The ongoing conflict has already resulted in significant loss of life. Over 30,000 Palestinians have been killed as Israel retaliates for the October 7 attack by Hamas militant group.

The United Nations humanitarian aid agency has warned that an attack on Rafah could endanger hundreds of thousands of people seeking refuge there.

(With inputs from agencies)

US House of Representatives passed a bill on Thursday (May 16) to mandate the country to send weapons to Israel. The move by Republicans was meant to spotlight Democratic divisions over the Israel-Hamas war.

US House of Representatives passed a bill on Thursday (May 16) to mandate the country to send weapons to Israel. The move by Republicans was meant to spotlight Democratic divisions over the Israel-Hamas war. Notably, the Biden administration recently paused a shipment of 3,500 bombs, including some weighing up to 2,000 pounds, to discourage Israel's offensive on Rafah. However, Republicans have criticised President Joe Biden for delaying bomb shipments and abandoning US ally Israel. The Israel Security Assistance Support Act was passed with 224 to 187 votes. Sixteen Democrats supported the measure while three Republicans opposed it. However, the bill is unlikely to become law. Also Read | In historic move, US moves to reclassify Marijuana as drug with less risk Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson condemned Biden's decision to pause shipments to Israel. "This is a catastrophic decision with global implications. It is obviously being done as a political calculation, and we cannot let this stand," Johnson stated during a news conference on Wednesday (May 15). Also Read | Two Thai nationals held hostage by Hamas in Gaza were killed on Oct 7 Democrats, however, accused Republicans of politicising the issue. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries reportedly told a news conference before the vote, "It is not a serious effort at legislation, which is why some of the most pro-Israel members of the House Democratic caucus will be voting no." Watch | New Caledonia protest: France sends troop to diffuse unrest × Despite the delayed shipment of bombs, Israel remains a major recipient of US military aid, with billions of dollars in weaponry still expected. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell expressed his frustration, saying, "I don’t think we should tell the Israelis how to conduct their military campaign, period.” $1 billion weapons aid package US State Department on Tuesday (May 14) advanced a $1 billion weapons aid package for Israel into the congressional review process. Biden has put a hold on the bomb transfer due to concerns about potential mass casualties in Rafah. The ongoing conflict has already resulted in significant loss of life. Over 30,000 Palestinians have been killed as Israel retaliates for the October 7 attack by Hamas militant group. The United Nations humanitarian aid agency has warned that an attack on Rafah could endanger hundreds of thousands of people seeking refuge there. (With inputs from agencies)

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