U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Wednesday Israel needs to pursue an “enduring strategic success” after its recent tactical victories against Hamas, urging it to seek a deal to end the war and bring back dozens of hostages.

Blinken departs for Saudi Arabia, says Israel needs to pursue an ‘enduring strategic success’

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Wednesday Israel needs to pursue an “enduring strategic success” after its recent tactical victories against Hamas, urging it to seek a deal to end the war and bring back dozens of hostages.