In a clear signal to hold Netanyahu responsible for obstructing the ceasefire deal in the Gaza Strip, U.S. President Joe Biden said: "We are very close to a final agreement regarding the hostages," adding: "I do not believe Netanyahu is doing enough to finalize a deal regarding the hostages."

On the other hand, Israeli media reported Netanyahu saying during a cabinet session that it would be difficult to return to the Philadelphia axis if we were to leave it.

He clarified that Netanyahu spoke angrily and said: "We will not leave Philadelphia.. It is a political, strategic, and existential issue for the State of Israel.. If we leave there, we will not return there neither in another 42 days nor even in 42 years.. Philadelphia is our way to achieve the war goals."

Netanyahu also stated that so far, efforts against Hamas had been focused on the military side, and now the focus will shift to stripping away authoritative capabilities, and there will also be a change in humanitarian aid.*