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Trump and Netanyahu Discuss Tariffs, Gaza, and Iran as Joint Press Conference Is Canceled

In a tense Washington meeting, the leaders addressed sweeping tariffs, Gaza hostages, and upcoming direct talks with Iran, leaving policy questions unresolved.

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Overview

  • President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu met in Washington to discuss a new 17% tariff on Israeli imports, which is set to take effect Wednesday.
  • Efforts to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza were a key topic, though details on progress remain unclear.
  • Trump announced direct, high-level talks with Iran, scheduled for Saturday, emphasizing that failure to resolve nuclear issues could have severe consequences for Tehran.
  • The planned joint press conference between Trump and Netanyahu was unexpectedly canceled, raising questions about the clarity of U.S. policy messaging.
  • Trump's hardline pro-Israel stance and aggressive economic measures are straining relationships with Arab allies and prompting regional realignments.