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Biden, Netanyahu discuss efforts to locate, secure release of US captives

US President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke on Wednesday afternoon, discussing efforts at locating and securing the release of Americans held captive in Gaza, according to a readout from the White House.

"They also reviewed ongoing discussions to ensure safe passage for foreign nationals wishing to depart Gaza as soon as possible," the White House readout said.