Prime Minister Netanyahu said before the Security Cabinet meeting: "We will do whatever is necessary to achieve victory and overcome our enemies, including in Rafah."

Spoke with Minister @gantzbe on our efforts to secure the release of hostages through an immediate ceasefire deal. We also discussed our commitment to Israel’s security  and the imperative to ensure more humanitarian aid reaches civilians in Gaza.

I came to Kerem Shalom to see the work to get aid across the Israel border and into Gaza. I toured the operations center where supply trucks are first inspected before delivering aid. This work is absolutely vital, and progress must continue to address humanitarian needs. pic.twitter.com/PkU2WpsTiQ

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken are currently holding a private meeting at the Prime Minister's Office in Jerusalem. An expanded meeting will be held later. pic.twitter.com/pDLN6b6zhI