Former President Donald Trump announced on social media that he will be meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, on Friday. Trump expressed his anticipation in welcoming Netanyahu to the meeting.
Netanyahu is scheduled to deliver an address to Congress on Wednesday, highlighting the significance of the diplomatic relations between the two nations.
The relationship between the two leaders has been described as complex, with a former Trump official characterizing it as a 'love-hate relationship' marked by ups and downs in recent years.
During his presidency, Trump implemented several policies that favored Israel, such as relocating the US embassy to Jerusalem, recognizing Israel's sovereignty over the Golan Heights, and supporting the normalization of relations between Israel and multiple countries in the Middle East and North Africa through the Abraham Accords.
Netanyahu praised Trump as the greatest friend Israel has ever had, commending his unwavering support for the country during his time in office. However, tensions arose following the 2020 presidential elections when Netanyahu congratulated President Joe Biden on his victory, leading to Trump expressing frustration.
Despite the strained relationship, there is speculation that Trump would be more lenient towards Netanyahu in using force in Gaza. Trump has advocated for Israel to swiftly conclude military actions while also emphasizing the importance of managing public relations effectively.
The upcoming meeting between Trump and Netanyahu is anticipated to address various diplomatic and strategic issues affecting the region, as both leaders navigate the complexities of their evolving relationship.
