"No More Time to Waste": International Statement on Gaza

The spokesperson for the White House stated that U.S. President Joe Biden discussed calming tensions in the Middle East and a ceasefire in Gaza with the leaders of France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom. The White House spokesperson added in a statement that the leaders of the five countries expressed their support for Israel against any Iranian threat. They also supported a call from the United States, Egypt, and Qatar to renew discussions for a ceasefire in Gaza to reach a prisoner exchange agreement as soon as possible. The statement concluded with their affirmation that "there is no more time to waste."