Washington, Nov 6 (Reuters) - U.S. President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held discussions on Monday regarding the potential for "tactical pauses" in the ongoing fighting in Gaza, as well as humanitarian reasons and possible hostage releases, according to a spokesperson.

White House spokesperson John Kirby shared that the U.S. and Israeli governments would remain in close communication to explore the feasibility of temporary halts in the conflict, and both leaders agreed to continue their talks in the coming days.

Kirby stated, "You can expect that we're going to continue to advocate for temporary and localized pauses in the fighting. We consider ourselves at the beginning of this conversation, not at the end of it."

The discussions took place amidst ongoing efforts to evacuate more Americans from Gaza and increase the delivery of aid to the region. Kirby emphasized the need for additional aid trucks to enter Gaza, as the current rate remains insufficient. He noted, "We know - gotta get more trucks in. It's still just a trickle. Gotta get more people out. Still just a trickle."

According to the White House, fewer than 30 aid trucks managed to enter Gaza within the past 24 hours.

The talks between Biden and Netanyahu underscore the joint commitment to address the urgent humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region. As the conflict continues to escalate, both leaders are seeking ways to alleviate the suffering and allow for necessary aid to reach those in need. Discussions around possible temporary halts in hostilities and the potential release of hostages demonstrate a shared commitment to finding peaceful solutions.

The international community is closely watching these discussions, hoping for progress towards a cessation of violence and the much-needed relief for those affected by the conflict.