On Wednesday, October 9, US President Joe Biden held a phone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. These were the first talks between the leaders in nearly two months amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, according to White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre. As she reported, Biden spoke with the Israeli Prime Minister this morning, and US Vice President Kamala Harris also joined the call. Jean-Pierre noted that the conversation between Biden and Netanyahu was direct and productive, lasting 30 minutes. The leaders discussed a range of issues. The spokesperso…