Netanyahu to visit Washington for Lindsey Graham's funeral, potential Trump meeting

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is preparing for a significant trip to Washington, D.C., set to begin Saturday night and conclude on Tuesday. The primary purpose of his visit is to attend the memorial service for the late Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch ally of Israel.

During his stay, Netanyahu also plans to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump. While the meeting has not yet been officially scheduled, sources indicate it is a key objective of the trip. This visit would be Netanyahu's first official engagement in Washington since the conclusion of the war with Iran, with his last visit occurring in February.

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Lindsey understood that the security of Israel and America are inseparable. He devoted his life to defending America, strengthening our alliance and standing up for the free world.

The two leaders had previously agreed to meet soon during a recent phone call where Netanyahu congratulated Trump on the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence. The upcoming trip underscores the ongoing relationship between the Israeli prime minister and the U.S. president.

Netanyahu and his wife, Sara, issued a statement mourning Senator Graham's passing. They highlighted Graham's dedication to defending America, strengthening the alliance between the U.S. and Israel, and his commitment to the free world. The statement emphasized Graham's role as a great friend to Israel and a patriot to America, expressing condolences to his family and the American people.

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Israel has lost one of its greatest friends. America has lost a great patriot. I have lost a beloved friend.