CLEAN : Kerry urges Israeli Palestinian ceasefire

The transcript discusses the support for Israel's right to defend itself against attacks, emphasizes the importance of deescalation for all involved parties, and highlights diplomatic efforts to restore a ceasefire in the region, involving communication with key leaders like Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Abbas.

What is Israel's right as mentioned in the text?

What is the significance of de-escalation in the context of the discussed conflict?

Who were the leaders mentioned in the text that the speaker has been in touch with?

What efforts are being made to restore peace according to the speaker?

What is meant by 'status quo ante' in the context of a ceasefire?