Harris Reiterates Support for Gaza Cease-Fire as Conflict Escalates

Harris Reiterates Support for Gaza Cease-Fire as Conflict Escalates
Democratic presidential nominee and Vice President Kamala Harris speaks to the members of the media, following a briefing with officials, in the wake of Hurricane Helene in Charlotte, N.C., on Oct. 5, 2024. Elizabeth Frantz/Reuters
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WASHINGTON—Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris said Washington will continue to pressure Israel and other players in the Middle East to reach a cease-fire deal in Gaza even as advocates say that the United States has not thus far used its leverage over its ally.

In an interview with CBS news show “60 Minutes,” Harris said that diplomatic work with Israel is “an ongoing pursuit,” according to a clip released on Sunday.