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The United States renews its call on Israel not to attack the packed Gaza city of Rafah as it reviews a response from Hamas to a ceasefire proposal. "We cannot support an operation in Rafah as it is currently envisioned," State Department spokesman Matthew Miller tells reporters. SOUNDBITE
The United States is "reviewing" Hamas' response to a truce proposal, US State Department spokesman Matthew Miller says. SOUNDBITE
Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani says the country is reassessing its role as a mediator between Israel and Hamas after suffering criticism. IMAGES
US President Joe Biden urges Hamas to move on a proposal for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal, while calling on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to allow more aid into the Palestinian territory. "It's now up to Hamas, they need to move on the proposal that's been made," Biden tells a press conference at the White House, adding that the amount of aid getting into Gaza following a tense call with Netanyahu was "not enough." SOUNDBITE
The United States says that a ceasefire voted by the United Nations can "only" be implemented once Hamas begins releasing hostages it still holds. SOUNDBITE
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.
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