As one might expect, the Sunday Shows are chock full of Iran-Israel coverage in the wake of Iran’s unprecedented Saturday attack. White House National Security Communications Advisor John Kirby joined George Stephanopoulos on ABC News’ “This Week” to discuss the attacks, the response to them, and the current status of the Israel-Hamas War.
Regarding Hamas and efforts to effect a cease-fire:
“Hamas needs to take that deal.”
White House’s John Kirby tells @GStephanopoulos that Hamas needs to accept the current proposal to release Israeli hostages and grant a “six-week ceasefire to allow for an increase in humanitarian assistance.” https://t.co/h7VBBYZNMq pic.twitter.com/zcgEczyHh2
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STEPHANOPOULOS: And what’s the latest on the negotiations for a hostage release and possible cease-fire?
KIRBY: Still ongoing — well, actually, the…