Biden to Address Middle East Crisis and Hostage Efforts in White House Speech

President Joe Biden has proposed a three-phase plan for an Israeli ceasefire in Gaza, asserting that Hamas has been sufficiently weakened. The plan includes the withdrawal of Israeli forces, the release of hostages, and a major reconstruction effort for Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, however, insists the war will continue until Hamas is fully defeated. Hamas has responded positively to the proposal, while Biden calls for international and domestic support to end the conflict.