Biden expresses his hope that a ceasefire in Gaza will be achieved by next Monday

Speaking on Monday, President Joe Biden expressed his hope that the Israel-Hamas conflict will end by the end of next week.

While in New York City, Biden responded to a reporter's question, saying, "My hope is by next Monday we will have a cease-fire."

"My national security adviser tells me that we’re close, close but not done yet," he stated.

In the face of mounting pressure from progressives and Palestinian allies, the White House has been engaged in cease-fire negotiations.

Representatives "came to an understanding" about "the basic contours of a hostage deal for temporary cease-fire," according to White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan on Sunday.