Trump and Netanyahu to Discuss Ceasefire Amid Gaza Crisis

U.S. President Donald Trump is preparing to welcome Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the White House on July 7, as an attempt to negotiate a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The discussions aim to address regional issues, including the release of hostages.

Top adviser to Netanyahu, Ron Dermer, is currently in Washington to coordinate the meeting, confirmed by both U.S. and Israeli officials. The ongoing war in Gaza, sparked by a Hamas attack on Israel, is a key focus after intensified Israeli strikes left significant casualties.

Trump sees terminating the hostilities and negotiating the hostages' safe return as critical. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza remains severe, with massive civilian casualties reported. The upcoming dialogue is a bid to resolve pressing regional challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)