Netanyahu and Trump Agree to Meet Soon in the US Amid Iran Talks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke on Friday with US President Donald Trump, congratulating him on the 250th anniversary of American independence. Netanyahu emphasized the United States as a "guarantor of global freedom" and expressed Israel's appreciation for the close ties between the two countries. Both leaders agreed to meet soon in the United States.

Their last meeting took place on February 11, 2026, shortly before a joint Israeli-American strike on Iran. During that meeting, discussions focused on potential actions if no agreement was reached with Tehran. Netanyahu requested that any strike include Iran's ballistic missile stockpiles. Currently, there is no rejection of a joint US-Israel strike.

Following the recent conversation, Trump tweeted that the meeting with Netanyahu and his team was very positive, reaffirming the strong relationship between the nations. He noted no final decisions were made except his insistence that negotiations with Iran continue to explore a possible agreement. Trump stated that if an agreement is possible, it will be prioritized; if not, they will assess the consequences. He recalled that Iran previously chose not to sign an agreement, which ended poorly for them, and expressed hope for a more reasonable and responsible approach this time.

According to the Prime Minister's Office, the meeting also covered developments in Gaza and regional issues, with Netanyahu stressing Israel's security needs in the context of the Iran negotiations. Both sides agreed to maintain close coordination and communication going forward.