US EditionNetanyahu and Trump prioritize hostages as Gaza military campaign grinds on
UNITED STATES, JUL 9 – Trump and Netanyahu intensified efforts to secure a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release amid a 21-month conflict that has killed over 57,000 Palestinians, US envoy said a deal is close.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu met with US President Trump on July 9, 2025, to discuss hostages and the Gaza conflict during his third US visit since Trump's second term.
- The talks follow the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack that killed around 1,200 Israelis and took 251 hostages, leading to Israel's ongoing military campaign in Gaza.
- During their meetings, Netanyahu stressed Israel must finish the war, release all hostages, and eliminate Hamas' military and government capabilities while negotiators work on a ceasefire.
- Trump expressed optimism about ceasefire talks, describing them as "going very well" and supporting a 60-day temporary pause including hostage releases and humanitarian aid delivery.
- The potential ceasefire implies a pause in hostilities but the humanitarian crisis worsens with Gaza devastated, over 57,000 Palestinians killed, and urgent needs like fuel for hospitals and water ongoing.
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