“The leaders discussed progress in Israeli military operations against Hamas and other terrorist groups in Gaza.

The President expressed support for the ceasefire and discussed US engagement with Egypt and other partners to accomplish this task, ”the statement said.

It is noted that Biden supported Israel's right to self-defense against indiscriminate missile attacks.

"The leaders agreed that they and their teams will be in close contact," the press service added.

Earlier, White House press secretary Jen Psaki said that Biden advocates a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.