Linda Thomas-Greenfield: “We have to ramp up our efforts.”

Basic humanitarian assistance should never be held hostage to political disagreements.

Absolutely. We have been clear since the Biden administration came on board that we are prepared to have an open dialogue with the North Koreans without preconditions.

We are prepared to have an open dialogue with the North Koreans without preconditions. We want to pursue diplomacy.

The president has been clear. The secretary has been clear in his discussions with the Israelis that there has to be a plan to ensure for the safety of civilians in Gaza.