CIA and MI6 chiefs call for ceasefire in Gaza

In an unprecedented joint statement, the heads of the American and British intelligence agencies have called for a ceasefire in Gaza, 24NewsHD TV Channel reported on Sunday.

According to the channel report, the US and UK chiefs emphasised the need for restraint and de-escalation between the conflicting parties.

CIA Director William Burns and MI6 Chief Richard Moore co-authored an article for a British newspaper, urging both Israel and Hamas to consider a ceasefire to prevent further Palestinian casualties and provide an opportunity for hostages to be released.

The intelligence chiefs highlighted the urgent need to end the violence, suggesting that a ceasefire could be a crucial step in alleviating the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

Their joint appeal marks a significant diplomatic effort from two of the world’s leading intelligence agencies, signalling the importance of immediate action to halt the ongoing conflict and address the severe impact on civilian lives.