U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is intensifying his diplomatic efforts in the Middle East to rally an international response to prevent the Israel-Hamas war from escalating. He called for the protection of civilians in the Gaza Strip and Israel and met with Saudi Arabian and UAE leaders to address the growing humanitarian crisis. Blinken also called his Chinese counterpart to seek China's help in preventing the war from spreading. The Biden administration has emphasized the need for humanitarian assistance and safe passage for those wishing to leave Gaza. Blinken is expected to visit Egypt on Sunday after already visiting Israel, Jordan, Qatar, and Bahrain.

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