The White House is working on a ceasefire and hostage release deal in Gaza but is “not there yet,” the US national security adviser tells NBC, with fighting raging on as regional leaders meet to discuss the crisis.
“We are working actively to try to make it happen. We are engaged deeply with the key players in the region, and there is activity even today,” says Jake Sullivan, according to a transcript released by the broadcaster.
“There will be further conversations and consultations, and our hope is that we can generate a ceasefire and hostage deal, but we’re not there yet,” he adds.
Sullivan tells NBC that US President Joe Biden has been closely coordinating with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
“He also spoke with Prime Minister Netanyahu that day (of the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire), and Prime Minister Netanyahu told him he agreed, the time is right. The moment is now,” says Sullivan, referring to the need for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
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