Overview

• Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has arrived in Washington to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump and key officials regarding the Gaza ceasefire and broader Middle East issues.
• Negotiations on the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire, which include discussions on hostage releases and Israeli troop withdrawal, are set to begin this week.
• Families of Israeli hostages held by Hamas express concern over delays in implementing the January ceasefire agreement, which impacts the release of more than 60 captives.
• Trump and Netanyahu are also exploring the potential for a normalization agreement between Israel and Saudi Arabia, a move complicated by regional tensions and past violence.
• While ceasefire talks proceed, the Israeli military has expanded operations in the West Bank, conducting raids and targeting militant groups in areas like Jenin and Tamun.