Israel-Hamas war live updates: Gaza gripped by humanitarian crisis, Israel readies ground attack

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Blinken says meeting with bin Salman was 'very productive' Secretary of State Antony Blinken told Reuters Sunday said he held a “very productive” meeting with Saudi crown prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh, a critical diplomatic engagement as Israel prepares to launch a ground assault in the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip. “The Secretary highlighted the United States’ unwavering focus on halting terrorist attacks by Hamas, securing the release of all hostages, and preventing the conflict from spreading,” the State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said in a statement, adding that “the two affirmed their shared commitment to protecting civilians.” Saudi Crown Prince...