The short version US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is extending his trip to the Middle East due to the tense situation. The situation in the Middle East remains dangerous and unpredictable, with the risk of major regional war, even if neither side wants a major escalation. Blinken also seeks to pressure Israel to allow … Continue reading US Secretary of State Antony Blinken Extends Middle East Trip Due to Tense Situation – Seeks Ceasefire, Humanitarian Aid and De-Escalation