Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday vowed to mount pressure on Hamas in Gaza while continuing negotiations to secure the release of hostages and working to implement U.S. President Donald Trump’s “voluntary emigration” plan.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu demanded that Hamas lay down its arms and that its leaders leave Gaza. He also vowed to maintain pressure on the group, reports Reuters. Netanyahu’s statement came after the militant group agreed to a ceasefire.

PM Benjamin Netanyahu said 'military pressure is working' on Hamas leaders in Gaza. The Israeli PM rejected claims that Israel was not engaging in negotiations aimed at releasing hostages held in Gaza.