U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to use the killing of Hamas' leader as an opportunity to secure the release of hostages and end the war in Gaza. Blinken also discussed defusing the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. However, there was no mention of a possible ceasefire after a year of war. Israel aims to solidify its position before the new U.S. administration takes over. Israeli strikes in Lebanon have caused significant damage and displacement, with at least $250 million needed monthly to support the displaced. Blinken is on a week-long trip to the Middle East.