Arab leaders tell Trump Netanyahu is an 'obstacle' to the president's Middle East plans - report

A number of Arab leaders have privately expressed to US President Donald Trump their desire for him to reassess his backing of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. These leaders reportedly perceive Netanyahu and his current government as impediments to realizing Trump's broader regional objectives and advancing diplomatic initiatives in the Middle East.

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an obstacle to realizing his vision in the region.

According to reports from Israeli public broadcaster KAN News and left-leaning daily Haaretz, Arab diplomats familiar with the discussions indicated a growing sentiment among regional governments that Netanyahu is an obstacle to Trump's diplomatic ambitions. Sources cited by Haaretz suggested that these leaders believe Trump is beginning to recognize Netanyahu as a hindrance to his vision for the region and the advancement of regional arrangements.

The Arab leaders reportedly conveyed a lack of confidence in both Netanyahu's leadership and the composition of the current Israeli government. These discussions and sentiments are gaining attention as Israel prepares for elections scheduled for late October. Governments across the region are closely observing the unfolding political race and its potential implications for regional stability and diplomacy.

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is beginning to see Netanyahu as an obstacle to realizing his vision in the region and to advancing regional arrangements.

KAN reported that Arab officials are actively seeking to influence Trump's assessment of Israel's leadership as he formulates future regional policies. While Trump has often highlighted his long-standing relationship with Netanyahu, he has also publicly voiced criticisms. Trump has indicated he has not finalized his approach to the Israeli election, stating he is evaluating the field of candidates. Previously, he suggested he was "very likely" to support Netanyahu but added that he would "need to see who is running" and that Netanyahu "needs to be more rational."

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I have a good relationship with Bibi, but he needs to be more rational.