President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. spoke today with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel to discuss the situation in Gaza.  The President welcomed the release of hostages by Hamas over the past three days, including a young American girl.  The two leaders also discussed the pause in the fighting and surge in much needed additional humanitarian assistance into Gaza.  The Prime Minister thanked the President for his tireless efforts to help broker and fully implement this deal.  The two leaders agreed that the work is not yet done and that they will continue working to secure the release of all hostages. The two leaders agreed to remain in close contact over the coming days. 

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