Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Donald Trump are meeting to discuss key Middle East issues.

Israeli PM Netanyahu expressed confidence that discussions with Trump could advance Gaza ceasefire talks and hostage releases. Despite challenges, both sides are under pressure to finalize a deal, with protests in Tel Aviv calling for action on the hostage crisis amidst ongoing violence.

Hamas said it is seeking an end to the war and the unrestricted entry of humanitarian aid as it is expected to announce a decision on a new U.S. ceasefire proposal to which U.S. President Donald Trump said Israel had agreed.