**US Pushes for Gaza Ceasefire**
The US is making another attempt to get a ceasefire in Gaza. President Joe Biden said the country will work with regional powers like Turkey, Egypt, and Qatar to make it happen.
**Background**
A 14-month conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has just ended in Lebanon. Hamas, which controls Gaza, hopes for a similar deal but says it won’t accept terms that mean surrender. The group was attacked by Israel last October after killing about 1,200 people and taking 251 hostages.
**Conflict in Gaza**
Since the attack, more than 44,000 people have been killed and over 104,000 injured in Gaza. Hamas is under pressure to make concessions because a ceasefire in Lebanon has shown that compromises are possible.
**US and Israel’s Goals**
The US wants Hamas out of power and for Israel to withdraw its forces from Gaza. However, Israel is determined to destroy Hamas. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s survival as a politician depends on finding a solution in Gaza.
**Compromises Unlikely**
Hamas says it won’t accept terms that mean surrender. However, it has limited room to negotiate due to the growing gap between the sides and the loud sound of guns.
**People in Gaza Hope for Peace**
A man from Khan Younis said he hopes for a ceasefire in Gaza like the one in Lebanon. He fears Israeli forces may intensify their raids on Gaza.
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