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What's next for Netanyahu, Trump as PM returns to Washington amid new Middle East order - analysis

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Analysis Named sources Context piece
  • Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet with US President Donald Trump in Washington, marking their first meeting in five-and-a-half months.
  • The meeting occurs amid heightened tensions with Iran, following a joint US-Israel attack that ignited a prolonged war.
  • Netanyahu aims to clarify US objectives and Israel's role in the ongoing conflict with Iran.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to visit Washington for a meeting with US President Donald Trump, the first encounter between the two leaders in five-and-a-half months. This period has been marked by significant developments, including a joint US-Israel military action against Iran that initiated a protracted war.

Netanyahu's previous meeting with Trump in February occurred shortly before the US and Israel launched attacks on Iran. This timing fueled speculation that Netanyahu influenced Trump's decision, a narrative Trump has pushed back against by asserting his own authority. The current meeting takes place against a backdrop of renewed tensions with Iran and uncertainty regarding the US strategy, with Trump's comments offering conflicting signals about potential large-scale offensives versus continued low-intensity conflict.

The Prime Minister faces several critical issues to discuss with Trump. Key among these are defining the US vision of "victory" in the conflict, understanding Trump's ultimate goals, and determining the extent of military engagement the US is prepared for. Netanyahu also needs to ascertain Israel's expected role in the ongoing operations and clarify the US administration's expectations regarding Israel's contribution to achieving the desired outcomes.

knows who is boss

— Donald TrumpTrump's comment is interpreted as a pushback against the narrative that Netanyahu controls his actions.
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