U.S. Vice President JD Vance arrived in Israel on Tuesday, as Washington seeks to stabilise the fragile initial phase of the Gaza ceasefire and press both Israel and Hamas toward making tougher concessions in upcoming negotiations.

The two sides have accused each other of repeated breaches of the ceasefire since it was formally agreed eight days ago, with flashes of violence and recriminations over the pace of returning hostage bodies, bringing in aid and opening borders.

However, U.S. President Donald Trump’s 20-point ceasefire plan will require much more difficult steps to which the sides have yet to fully commit, including the disarmament of Hamas and steps towards a Palestinian state.

Focus On Moving To 2nd Phase Of Truce

Vance’s visit follows Monday’s talks between Israeli Pri

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