Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:36pm on 18 Mar 2025,Tuesday International
The White House said Hamas had "chosen war" by refusing to release hostages, leading to Israel's heaviest strikes since the ceasefire. National Security Council spokesman Brian Hughes stated, "Hamas could have released hostages to extend the ceasefire but instead chose refusal and war." Israel vowed to continue military operations until all hostages are returned. The offensive in Gaza has resulted in over 400 deaths. Tensions remain high as diplomatic efforts for peace struggle. The U.S. reaffirmed support for Israel’s right to self-defense while urging a resolution to the humanitarian crisis.
