Netanyahu Heads to US for High-Stakes Talks with Trump

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has travelled to Florida for talks with US President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago, marking his fifth visit to the United States this year. The discussions are expected to focus on the stalled Gaza ceasefire process and rising regional tensions, particularly with Iran.

The visit comes amid renewed diplomatic and security pressure following an October-brokered Gaza truce that has struggled to hold. Regional instability has been further heightened by a rare 12-day direct confrontation between Israel and Iran earlier this year, raising concerns over escalation and nuclear risks.

The meeting underscores the depth of US-Israel strategic coordination at a critical juncture. Outcomes from the talks could influence Gaza’s next phase, Washington’s Middle East posture, and broader efforts to prevent a wider regional conflict.