U.S. advises Israel to delay ground invasion into Gaza for hostage talks, sources say

Written by on October 23, 2023

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U.S. military ordered to 'respond decisively' if the Middle East conflict escalates

U.S. forces will be "postured appropriately" in the Middle East amid concerns that the war between Israel and Hamas could escalate into a wider regional conflict, White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby told reporters at a news conference this afternoon.

"In the days ahead, at the direction of President Biden, the secretary of defense has ordered the military to take steps to prepare for this to ensure that we . . .



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