Biden in Netanyahu: I expect de-escalation during the day in Gaza

US President conveys hope for escalation of Gaza conflict overnight Joe Biden to the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a conversation they had today Wednesday (19/5).

As he states White House announcement on the conversation between the two leaders: “President Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. The two leaders had a detailed discussion on the situation in Gaza, Israel’s progress in downgrading Hamas and other terrorist elements, and the ongoing diplomatic efforts of regional governments and the United States.

President Biden conveyed to Prime Minister Netanyahu his expectation for a significant de-escalation today, on the road to a truce “.

Israel is considering a “truce” with the Palestinians

The Israel is considering a “truce” with the PalestiniansA senior Israeli military official told reporters earlier in the day that the Jewish state was ready for an extension of the operation launched 10 days ago against the Gaza Strip.

“We are considering the right moment to declare a ceasefire, but we are preparing for several days of military operations,” the official said, adding that Israel was examining whether its operation had “achieved its goals.”

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