Speaking from Washington in a video message at the end of what he called a 'historic visit' following war against Iran, Netanyahu outlined the balance between diplomacy and military resolve as Israel seeks to dismantle Hamas's military structure.

Eight children were among 66 people killed in Israeli strikes on Thursday while they were waiting for food outside a health clinic.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Wednesday that his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump focused on freeing hostages held in Gaza, and stressed his determination to "eliminate" the military and governmental capabilities of Hamas.