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  Biden expressed his support for the ceasefire and discussed US engagement with Egypt and other partners in that direction. United States President  Joe Biden  on Monday (May 17, 2021) spoke to Israel Prime Minister  Benjamin Netanyahu  for the second time in two days and asked him to 'make every effort to ensure the protection of the innocents' civilians'.  On a day when the violence over the control of Jerusalem entered its second week, Biden reiterated his firm support for Israel's right to defend itself against indiscriminate rocket attacks. The US President welcomed efforts to address intercommunal violence and to bring calm to Jerusalem, as per the official statement released by the White House. "The two leaders discussed progress in Israel's military operations against Hamas and other terrorist groups in Gaza. The President expressed his support for a ceasefire and discussed US engagement with Egypt and other partners towards that end," the White H

 President Joe Biden says the coronavirus relief package passed by Congress is "just the first step" and a "down payment" in addressing multiple crises facing America. Biden said on Tuesday that he would pursue a plan in early 2021, asking Congress to send more help to firefighters, police, border health workers, and millions of working families. He noted that the latest relief package extends unemployment benefits for 10 weeks but said "it's going to take a lot longer than that." Biden said he'll also seek more resources to distribute COVID-19 vaccines and boost testing, which will be needed to reopen schools. Joe Biden Some Recent Tweet: We’re going to make sure vaccines are free of charge. And we’re going to ensure they are distributed equitably, so every person who wants a vaccine can get one — no matter the color of their skin or where they live. pic.twitter.com/uLQfxS1PM0 — Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) December 30, 2020 We’re going to make sure