Pakistan, Oct. 22 -- US Vice President JD Vance expressed optimism about the Gaza ceasefire during his visit to Israel on Tuesday, calling its progress "better than expected" after two years of devastating conflict. Standing alongside US and Israeli officials at a new civilian-military coordination center, Vance acknowledged recent flareups but said the ceasefire, which began on October 10, has held stronger than many anticipated. He added that the Trump administration remains focused on ensuring long-term stability in the region and warned Hamas that continued non-cooperation could lead to its "obliteration."

The visit comes as major questions persist about Gaza's future, including who will govern the territory and when an international...