Author: Tyler Pager, John Hudson

President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met to discuss closing a deal on pausing the Gaza conflict and releasing hostages. Netanyahu, after delivering a defiant speech, expressed the need for “total victory.” Biden, focused on achieving a cease-fire, indicated progress. The meeting aims to bridge remaining gaps for a potential deal. The negotiation involves a temporary pause in fighting, releasing some hostages, further discussions for a permanent cease-fire, and withdrawing Israeli forces from Gaza. The leaders also address ongoing security threats and violence in the West Bank. The families of hostages add pressure for a resolution. Biden and…