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Biden and Trump Unite to Broker Historic Israel-Hamas Ceasefire

1/16/2025

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In a historic turn, both President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump are celebrating their roles in brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas after 15 months of turmoil. Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, was pivotal in negotiations, applying pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, while Biden highlighted the importance of teamwork with Trump's administration to secure peace before the transition of power.

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In a historic turn, both President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump are celebrating their roles in brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas after 15 months of turmoil. Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, was pivotal in negotiations, applying pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, while Biden highlighted the importance of teamwork with Trump's administration to secure peace before the transition of power.