Netanyahu Meets Trump in Washington as Gaza Ceasefire Talks Resume

Israeli and U.S. leaders discuss Gaza conflict, hostages, and regional diplomacy, while negotiations on the next phase of the ceasefire begin.

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.