Breaking news from the White House: U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met on Monday to address the escalating Gaza hostage crisis. 🌍 Their brief session comes at a time when Egypt, France, and Jordan are uniting in their call for a renewed ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, insisting that governance should be managed solely under an empowered Palestinian Authority.
During the discussion, both leaders stressed the urgency of freeing the hostages. Trump remarked, "We\'re making progress. I believe we\'ll see all the hostages home soon," and Netanyahu echoed the commitment, emphasizing Israel\'s resolve to secure their release.
Amid rising tensions, Israel resumed large-scale air and ground operations on March 18, breaking a nearly two-month ceasefire that had taken effect on January 19. Israel attributed the renewed operations to Hamas' refusal to release hostages, while Hamas accused Israel of deliberately violating the ceasefire and intensifying the conflict.
International voices continue to demand an immediate ceasefire. Egypt, France, and Jordan are calling for steps to reduce violence and safeguard civilians, adding fresh urgency to ongoing diplomatic efforts in the region. As the situation unfolds, the global community watches closely, hoping for a breakthrough toward stability and peace.
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U.S., Israel discuss Gaza as France, Egypt, Jordan push for ceasefire
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