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Netanyahu pledges to establish “continued flow of vital aid to Gaza” during conversation with Biden

US President Joe Biden held a joint call on Sunday with UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak; German Chancellor Olaf Scholz; President of France Emmanuel Macron; Prime Minister of Italy, Giorgia Meloni; and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to talk “about the current conflict between Israel and the terrorist organization Hamas,” the White House said Sunday, which indicated it would provide more information about the call throughout the day. . .

Biden previously held a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. In the message, the President of the United States saluted the first two convoys of humanitarian aid that crossed the border into Gaza and are being distributed to the Palestinians, according to the White House. The leaders stated that “there will now be a continued flow of this vital aid into Gaza.” Biden also thanked Israel for its support in facilitating the release of the two American hostages. The two leaders discussed ongoing efforts to ensure the release of all remaining hostages held by Hamas, including US citizens, and to provide safe passage for US citizens and other civilians in Gaza who wish to leave. Biden and Netanyahu agreed to remain in close contact.

Earlier, the President of the United States spoke with Pope Francis to discuss the recent events in Israel and Gaza. The President condemned Hamas’ barbaric attack on Israeli civilians and stressed the need to protect civilians in Gaza. He spoke about his recent visit to Israel and his efforts to ensure the delivery of food, medicine and other humanitarian aid to help alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. They also discussed the need to avoid escalation in the region and work to achieve lasting peace in the Middle East.”