President Trump will meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the first time since returning to office. The agenda includes discussions about a cease-fire with Hamas, Iran's nuclear ambitions, arms shipments, and potential normalization of relations with Saudi Arabia. This meeting marks a significant step in reaffirming the partnership between the leaders, which has been strained due to the conflict between Israel and Hamas. However, analysts point out significant disagreements on how to handle Iran and the ongoing war in Gaza will challenge their discussions.
The meeting is part of a multiday visit to Washington by Mr. Netanyahu, meant to demonstrate the close ties between the two leaders after a year of war.
Mr. Trump noted, 'The discussions on the Middle East with Israel and various and sundry other countries are progressing,' indicating optimism ahead of the meeting.
Mr. Netanyahu enters the meeting at odds with Mr. Trump on key issues like confronting Iran's nuclear ambitions and the timeline for ending the war in Gaza.
The meeting is expected to address critical negotiations on a cease-fire with Hamas and efforts to normalize relations with Saudi Arabia.
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