Small moves have been made that could help achieve a Gaza ceasefire - but no certainty.

The US President hosted Israel's Prime Minister at the White House, as the world holds onto hope the war will end.

Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu expressed interest in working together for peace in the Middle East, but seemed to downplay the prospect of Palestinian statehood. 

Former Secretary of State Chief of Staff, Matt Terrill, says their shared dinner today was a good step in the path towards a deal. 

"Obviously a ways to go here, but his administration feels good about where they're at - and about the direction forward here."

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Small moves have been made that could help achieve a Gaza ceasefire - but no certainty.
The US President hosted Israel's Prime Minister at the White House, as the world holds onto hope the war will end.
Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu expressed interest in working together for peace in the Middle East, but seemed to downplay the prospect of Palestinian statehood.&nbsp;
Former Secretary of State Chief of Staff, Matt Terrill, says their shared dinner today was a good step in the path towards a deal.&nbsp;
"Obviously a ways to go here, but his administration feels good about where they're at - and about the direction forward here."
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Matt Terrill: former Secretary of State Chief of Staff on whether Trump-Netanyahu meeting will end in a Gaza ceasefire

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