In brief
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has flown to Washington D.C. for a face‑to‑face discussion with former President Donald Trump about the ongoing Iran conflict. The meeting follows warnings that the U.S. public’s backing for Israel is slipping, especially as voters head toward the 2026 mid‑term elections. Trump has criticized Israel for its continued strikes in Lebanon and a contested ceasefire, adding friction to their already complex relationship. As global eyes turn to the White House, the conversation carries heavy diplomatic implications for both countries’ foreign policy strategies.
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has arrived in Washington, D.C., to hold talks with former President Donald Trump about the future of the conflict with Iran.
The meeting comes amid signs of growing friction between the two leaders. Trump has publicly criticised Israel for continuing strikes in Lebanon and ignoring a ceasefire.
Recent polling suggests public backing for Israel is decreasing in the U.S., with support for Netanyahu becoming a significant issue as voters prepare for this year’s midterm elections.
BBC’s Gary O’Donoghue provides context for the high-stakes nature of the meeting.
