Opposition Leader Yair Lapid offers a political 'safety net' to Prime Minister Netanyahu to complete the ceasefire deal in Gaza ahead of his meeting with President Trump. Lapid assures that there is no risk to the government because of the deal and emphasizes the majority support it has. He also credits President Trump's commitment to the issue for the safe return of hostages. However, some parties have withdrawn from the coalition over opposition to the deal and the threat of further withdrawal looms if Israel does not resume fighting Hamas after the first phase of the agreement.
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