US President Donald Trump will welcome Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the White House on Monday for a crucial round of talks focused on advancing a Gaza peace agreement.The meeting, described by officials as โhigh-stakes,โ is expected to center on efforts to finalize a deal that has faced repeated setbacks amid regional tensions and domestic political pressures on both leaders.
Trump has made brokering peace in the Middle East a cornerstone of his foreign policy agenda, while Netanyahu is under pressure at home to deliver a breakthrough that could ease security concerns and stabilize Israelโs southern border.White House aides said discussions would also touch on broader regional cooperation, US-Israel strategic ties, and humanitarian measures for Palestinians in Gaza. However, analysts warn that deep divisions among stakeholders โ including Hamas, the Palestinian Authority, and regional mediators โ remain significant obstacles.
The two leaders are expected to hold a joint press conference following their closed-door talks, with observers watching closely for signs of progress on what has long been considered one of the most intractable conflicts in the Middle East.