Washington - Ma'an - The US State Department said that it opposes the expansion of Israeli settlements in the West Bank. "We are working to bridge the gaps between Hamas's response and Israel's position to reach a ceasefire agreement," she said in a statement. "We hope there will be a ceasefire in Gaza, and negotiations are still ongoing," she added. "What has not changed in our talks with Israel is that it is committed to President Biden's proposal," the statement added. Source: Maan News Agency