Overview

• Biden reportedly convinced Netanyahu to halt a preemptive strike against Hezbollah in Lebanon, preventing a potential regional war.
• Israel's war with Hamas continues, with over 20,000 Palestinians reported dead and nearly 2 million displaced.
• Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu has stated that the war will continue until all of its objectives are fully met.
• Humanitarian crisis in Gaza intensifies, with shortages in fuel, power, medical supplies and health specialists due to Israel's attacks.
• Despite public and international pressure, Biden has not requested a ceasefire in his recent conversation with Netanyahu.