Netanyahu’s expected appeal to Trump follows internal discussions on imposing pressure and sanctions against Hamas leaders in Qatar to help advance a hostage deal.

"There will not be a Hamas. There will not be a Hamastan. We're not going back to that. It's over," Netanyahu said.

As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prepares for his third visit to the White House this year, his host has made his expectations clear. US President Donald Trump, who has spoken often about his desire to secure a ceasefire in Gaza,