US Secretary of State Antony Blinken affirmed that President Joe Biden's administration continues its efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza and secure the release of hostages, expressing hope for an agreement before the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump.
In an interview published by the US Department of State on Monday, Blinken stated, "When this agreement is reached, it will be based on what President Biden has proposed."
Discussing the transition to the incoming Trump administration, Blinken emphasized that the Biden administration aims to hand over the strongest possible position for addressing global challenges, including the conflict in Ukraine.
He added, "What’s important is ensuring that the next administration has the strongest position to address issues, whether in Ukraine or any other matter."
Blinken highlighted that the United States has provided $102 billion in aid to Ukraine so far, while allies and partners have contributed $158 billion.
He described this as "the best example of burden-sharing" he has witnessed in his career.
He declined to speculate on how the incoming administration might handle the Russian war in Ukraine, emphasizing that the focus should remain on providing necessary support to sustain ongoing efforts.
Blinken concluded by reaffirming that the Biden administration’s primary goal has always been to make a real difference in people's lives, regardless of who gets the credit.
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