Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that he had a “very warm” phone call with US President-elect Donald Trump, during which they spoke about the need for Israel’s victory in its war on Hamas in Gaza.

Israel said it would expand settlements on the occupied Golan Heights, a move that was criticized by Qatar, Iraq and the United Arab Emirates.

By Maayan Lubell and Jeff Mason JERUSALEM/WEST PALM BEACH, Florida (Reuters) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump about developments in Syria and a recent push to secure the release of Israeli and foreign hostages held by Hamas in Gaza,

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and US President-elect Trump held a discussion regarding the hostage crisis in Gaza and the situation in Syria. Netanyahu emphasized Israel's commitment to securing the release of hostages and achieving a decisive victory.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that he had a "very warm" phone call with US President-elect Donald Trump, during which they spoke about the need for Israel's victory in its war on Hamas in Gaza and its stance on Syria.