Middle East conflict live updates: Biden says Israel would halt fighting during Ramadan if hostage deal is reached

President Biden said that if a hostage-release deal can be reached, Israel has agreed to halt fighting in Gaza during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, which begins March 10. Israeli officials have not publicly confirmed such an agreement. Biden’s comments on “Late Night With Seth Meyers” came after he said he hopes to see a cease-fire between Israel and Hamas by Monday.