Trump to Host Netanyahu Amid Strains with Biden over Gaza

Former U.S. President Donald Trump will host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at his Palm Beach resort. The meeting aims to strengthen ties and comes amid tensions between Netanyahu and President Biden over the Gaza conflict. Netanyahu seeks Congressional support for Israel’s military operations and eyes the 2024 U.S. election dynamics.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump will host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Florida, signaling a potential strengthening of diplomatic ties. This will be their first meeting since the end of Trump's presidency.

The meeting occurs at a time of heightened tensions between Netanyahu and current U.S. President Joe Biden, primarily concerning Israel's military actions against Hamas in Gaza. Late Tuesday, Trump shared a letter from Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, extending wishes for strength after a recent incident in Pennsylvania.

Netanyahu's visit to Washington includes seeking Congressional support for Israel's efforts in Gaza and meeting President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Analysts speculate that a second Trump administration might align more closely with Netanyahu's policies, including in the ongoing Gaza conflict.

(With inputs from agencies.)