Rubio stresses commitment to Gaza ceasefire, returning hostages in meeting with families

The US and Israeli negotiating teams departed Qatar on Thursday to continue consultations in their respective countries.

Captivity survivors, hostage families meet US State Secretary Marco Rubio in Washington, July 25, 2025.

Captivity survivors, hostage families meet US State Secretary Marco Rubio in Washington, July 25, 2025.

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