President Joe Biden told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that he wants a “significant de-escalation” in the fighting between Israel and Hamas on May 19, according to a White House readout.
“The two leaders had a detailed discussion on the state of events in Gaza, Israel’s progress in degrading the capabilities of Hamas and other terrorist elements, and ongoing diplomatic efforts by regional governments and the United States,” according to the White House. “The President conveyed to the Prime Minister that he expected a significant de-escalation today on the path to a ceasefire.”
