President Joe Biden has spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as the United States presses Israel and Hamas to agree to a “bridging proposal” that could lead to a cease-fire in the war in Gaza.

U.S. President Joe Biden spoke by phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday about ways to advance a potential Gaza ceasefire and hostages deal, the White House said. The call followed U.

President Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday about efforts to secure a cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas and broader efforts to lower tensions in the region.