President Joe Biden announced Wednesday that a Gaza ceasefire deal “has been reached” between Israel and Hamas. Watch White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre’s briefing in the player above.

Washington optimistic on chances of closing agreement to release Israelis held by Hamas before end of Biden's term; Netanyahu huddles with security chiefs to discuss negotiations

The White House held a press briefing on Monday in the midst of another ceasefire deal emerging between Israel and Hamas as the war in Gaza rages on. Several sticking points remain as officials