Kirby:
We are optimistic about the possibility of reaching an agreement on a longer truce and the release of the hostages.
Any major military operation under the current circumstances in Rafah would be a disaster for civilians there and we will not support it.
We believe that any military operation that does not take into account the safety of more than a million Palestinians in Rafah would be a disaster.
We are holding talks with Iraq about the US military situation in the country.
We have good relations with Iraq and we support its territorial sovereignty.
Negotiations are continuing regarding the release of the hostages and a truce agreement in Gaza.
Parts of Hamas' response were very positive and others we believe require more work.
Secretary Blinken clearly expressed the United States' concerns about any operation in Rafah.
There are very positive parts in Hamas' response to the agreement proposal.
We are working around the clock and are optimistic about reaching an agreement.
We believe that any military operation under the current circumstances in Rafah would be a disaster for the civilians there.
We do not see any indications that Israel intends to carry out a large-scale operation in Rafah.
One million Palestinians are in Rafah and the Israeli army is responsible for protecting civilians there.
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Source: Al Jazeera