Biden reiterated that Israel has every right to defend its citizens from terrorism. The two leaders discussed ongoing efforts to locate and secure the release of hostages.
Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confessed on Sunday, in a rare apology, that he "was wrong" in criticising the security apparatus for Hamas' October 7 assault on the country.
"We are preparing for a ground incursion. I won't specify when, how, how many. I also won't detail the range of considerations, most of which the public is not aware of. And that's the way it is supposed to be. This is the way, so that we protect our soldiers' lives."
Taking to X, Israel Prime Minister's Office released a video which showed Netanyahu, Gallant and Halevi making statements regarding the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.
In a discussion with Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, US President Joe Biden conveyed to the Jewish leader that "Israel must operate by the laws of war" in its war against Hamas.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also visited the frontlines, rallying a group of Golani soldiers near the Gaza border and telling them Israel was on its way to a major victory.