For the first time in 49 days, President Joe Biden and Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke today about the rapidly expanding war in the Middle East. It's a time of extreme tension, with the U.S. losing influence over its ally Israel's intent on taking on Hamas, Hezbollah and Iran. Gaza, though, where Israel started its offensive, remains under fierce Israeli bombardment. In the northern part of the besieged enclave, Palestinians are trying to flee whilst under fire. Correspondent Jeremy Diamond reports. 

Also on today's show: Rami Mortada, Lebanese Ambassador to the UK; Bill Carlson, Tampa City Council Member; Wall Street Journal reporter Anat Peled 

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