President Biden Praises Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire

This follows 11 days of airstrikes and rocket barrages that killed about 240 people, mostly Palestinians.

President Biden gave a speech hours after Israel and Hamas agreed to a cease-fire Thursday.  This follows 11 days of airstrikes and rocket barrages that killed about 240 people – mostly Palestinians. There had been increasing pressure from the U.S., Egypt and other countries calling for a cease-fire.  During his remarks, President Biden credited the Egyptian government with playing a crucial role. He also commended Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for ending hostilities and reiterated American support for Israel, along with its right to defend itself against Hamas militants.