Washington DC, July 10 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday said he and US President Donald Trump are fully aligned on efforts to secure a Gaza hostage deal, emphasising they both seek an agreement -- but "not at any price," The Times of Israel reported.

"President Trump and I have a common goal. I want to achieve the release of our hostages. We want to end Hamas rule in Gaza. We want to make sure that Gaza does not pose a threat to Israel anymore," Netanyahu told reporters at the US Capitol before meeting Senate Majority Leader John Thune.

Netanyahu dismissed suggestions of friction between the two allies, saying, "President Trump wants a deal, but not at any price. I want a deal, but not at any price. Israel has s...