Middle East leaders meet in Rome to discuss Gaza ceasefire and path to peace

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Jordan's King Abdullah II have emphasized the need for an immediate and sustainable ceasefire in the Middle East, prioritizing peace and stability in the region. Meanwhile, a group of officials including the CIA Director, US Secretary of State, Qatari Prime Minister, and Egyptian intelligence chief are holding talks in Rome to discuss a possible truce between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, with a focus on Israel's updated proposal. The talks come amid heightened tensions following a deadly rocket attack on Saturday.