US President Joe Biden stated that an all-out war in the Middle East needs to be avoided amid escalating tensions between Israel and Hamas. Biden emphasized the importance of avoiding a regional conflict while boarding Air Force One, following Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon and the killing of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah. The White House sees Nasrallah's death as a setback for Hezbollah and is seeking to contain Israel's war with Hamas from escalating further. Biden plans to speak with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, although no specific time was mentioned.