US President Joe Biden is likely to talk with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu soon as US officials work towards reaching a Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal. The parties are close to reaching an agreement to halt the fighting in the enclave and free the remaining hostages. Biden is receiving daily updates on the talks in Doha, where progress has been made in the indirect talks between Israel and Hamas. The US is determined to use every day in office to get the deal done. There is still a chance to reach an agreement before Biden leaves office, but Hamas remains a potential obstacle.