President Joe Biden held a 30-minute phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, marking their first conversation in over 50 days amid rising tensions following Iran's missile attack on Israel. The White House described the discussion as 'direct' and 'productive', with Biden urging Netanyahu to ensure that any Israeli response is proportional and to avoid targeting Iran's nuclear facilities. This call comes against a backdrop of strained relations, as Biden has previously expressed concerns over Israel's actions in the region, including an aggressive offensive against Hezbollah in Lebanon. Concurrently, Netanyahu spoke with former President Donald Trump, who congratulated him on Israel's operations against Hezbollah. The Israeli defense minister's planned visit to Washington was stalled due to Netanyahu's insistence on prior communication from Biden. As tensions escalate, Israel is preparing to respond decisively to Iran's recent attacks, with statements from Israeli leaders highlighting their intention to deliver a surprising and powerful counteraction.