Of course, he's in constant correspondence, but he's also taken a lot of time to speak with our Arab partners and allies in the Middle East. He met with them at UNGA in New York City last week to hear them out. We've obviously had direct and indirect conversations with Hamas as well. And ultimately the president knows when you get to a good deal, both sides are going to leave a little bit unhappy but we need this conflict to end. (02:03–02:08)
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