What Netanyahu and Zelenskyy are hoping to accomplish after meetings with Trump
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At a glance
- President Trump eulogized the late Sen. Lindsey Graham at a memorial service in Washington.
- Trump hosted Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, described as Graham's strong international allies.
- The report focuses on the meetings and what Netanyahu and Zelenskyy might hope to achieve following their discussions with Trump.
President Trump delivered a eulogy for the late Senator Lindsey Graham, remembering the South Carolina politician as a "tireless fighter" during a memorial service in Washington. Graham was also remembered as an influential figure on the world stage.
Following the service, Trump hosted two of Graham's staunchest international allies: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The meeting, which took place after Graham's passing, brought together leaders from nations with significant geopolitical ties to the United States.
The report from PBS NewsHour suggests a focus on the diplomatic implications of these meetings. It raises questions about what Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy might aim to accomplish following their discussions with President Trump, hinting at potential shifts or continuations in foreign policy and international relations.
Originally published by PBS NewsHour. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.