US President Joe Biden held a press conference on Thursday evening in response to the announcement by both Israel and Gazan forces that they had reached a ceasefire agreement.
Biden: I congratulated Netanyahu on the ceasefire and stressed that the United States supports Israel's right to defend itself against Hamas rocket fire. Netanyahu expressed appreciation for American assistance in developing a system like the Iron Dome, that saves lives. I spoke with Netanyahu six times during the crisis in Gaza. I emphasized to Netanyahu that I am committed to helping Israel upgrade the Iron Dome and replenish its inventory.
Biden: The United States is committed to working for humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip - and we will do so in full cooperation with the Palestinian Authority and not Hamas - so that Hamas does not use the money to rearm itself once again.
