United States National Security Council (NSC) Strategic Communications Coordinator John Kirby told reporters on Monday, commenting on Israel-Hamas relations, that he cannot confirm "we are at a point where another hostage deal is imminent."
Speaking about the situation in Ukraine, Kirby reiterated that the war-hit country needs US assistance, explaining that "it is long past time for Congress to act" and stand up for freedom and democracy on behalf of "our own national security interests."