Netanyahu says he believes Trump can help seal Gaza ceasefire deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that he expected his upcoming meeting with US President Donald Trump could "help advance" a ceasefire and hostage release deal in Gaza.
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- Published Date: 10:05 | 06 July 2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said ahead of a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday that he was determined to ensure the return of hostages held in Gaza and to remove the threat of Hamas to Israel.
Speaking on Sunday before boarding his flight to Washington, Netanyahu also said Israeli negotiators heading to ceasefire talks in Qatar have clear instructions to achieve a ceasefire agreement under conditions Israel has accepted.
"I believe the discussion with President Trump can certainly help advance these results," he said.
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