The White House wants to broker a summit between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, who haven't spoken since before the Gaza war, a U.S. official and an Israeli source with knowledge tell Axios. • But first, U.S. officials say Netanyahu must approve a strategic gas deal with Egypt and take other steps to entice Sisi to meet, U.S. officials say.

Why it matters: The U.S. is trying to thaw relations between Israel and Arab countries through economic diplomacy. • "This is a huge opportunity for Israel. Selling gas to Egypt will create interdependence, get the countries closer together, create a warmer peace and prevent war," a U.S. official told Axios.

The big picture: The U.S. is considering similar initiatives focused on economic ince

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