ROME (Reuters): Leaders of the Group of Seven major democracies “fully endorse and will stand behind” a ceasefire and hostage release deal in Gaza outlined by US President Joe Biden and call on Hamas to accept it, Reuters reports. A statement issued by the group said the deal “would lead to an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, the release of all hostages, a significant and sustained increase in humanitarian assistance for distribution throughout Gaza, and an enduring end to the crisis, with Israel’s security interests and Gazan civilian safety assured”. Meanwhile, the criminal trial of Hunter Biden has begun in federal court in Delaware, the United States as US President Joe Biden’s son faces gun charges in a historic case.
Hunter Biden, 54, arrived at the courthouse on Monday for the first trial of the child of a sitting president, in which he will face three felony charges stemming from his purchase and possession of a revolver in 2018. He has pleaded not guilty. The trial, which began with jury selection on Monday, comes as Joe Biden campaigns for re-election.
First Lady Jill Biden, Hunter Biden’s wife Melissa Cohen Biden and his half-sister Ashley Biden were in attendance at the trial in Wilmington, before US District Judge Maryellen Noreika. “Jill and I love our son and we are so proud of the man he is today,” Joe Biden said in a statement, adding that a lot of families have loved ones who have overcome addiction. Hunter Biden was charged with lying about hi.