WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama said Wednesday that the United States will use all its diplomatic resources and relationships to secure a deal on a cease-fire to end violence between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

Obama said the U.S. supports Egypt’s continued efforts to restore the 2012 cease-fire. He said the U.S. was working with its partners in the region to secure a cease-fire and would stay in close contact during the next 24 hours.