Overview
- President Trump revealed plans for direct U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations on Saturday, though Iran has reaffirmed its preference for indirect talks mediated by Oman.
- Trump warned of potential military action against Iran if diplomacy fails, describing the situation as a 'great danger' for Tehran.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu met Trump in Washington to negotiate exemptions from the newly imposed 17% U.S. tariffs on Israeli imports but left without a resolution.
- Discussions between Trump and Netanyahu also focused on the Gaza conflict, with both leaders working on a new ceasefire plan to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas.
- Netanyahu expressed support for ensuring Iran never acquires nuclear weapons, while Trump hinted at a 'robust' new nuclear agreement to replace the 2015 deal he abandoned.