Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington on Monday, joined by Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer. The visit, announced just a day prior, follows a three-way call between Netanyahu, Trump, and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
Key topics on the agenda include the ongoing conflict in Gaza, the status of hostages, and recent U.S. tariffs imposed on Israel. While Netanyahu made no mention of Iran, reports suggest Syria’s security situation and Turkey’s growing influence there will also be discussed. Trump may additionally raise the issue of Saudi-Israel normalization ahead of his expected visit to Riyadh next month.
Upon arrival in Washington, Netanyahu was scheduled to meet U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick. He will hold a one-on-one meeting with Trump at 1 p.m. local time Monday, followed by joint statements in the Oval Office and a broader discussion involving senior aides, including U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Minister Dermer.
Witkoff has played a central role in efforts to revive a hostage-ceasefire deal in Gaza. Dermer, who now leads the Israeli negotiation team, replaced top security chiefs previously involved in the talks, including Mossad and Shin Bet leaders.
Netanyahu’s visit may be extended past Tuesday. A joint press conference is expected in the White House East Wing following Monday’s meetings.
This is Netanyahu’s second White House visit this year. During his last trip in February, Trump controversially proposed U.S. control of Gaza and relocation of its population—a plan condemned by Arab states and softened in tone by both leaders in recent weeks.
