In brief
Benjamin Netanyahu has landed in Washington for a high‑stakes meeting with President Donald Trump. The talks focus on the simmering conflict with Iran and Israel’s ongoing strikes against Lebanon. Trump has openly criticized Israel’s actions and a poll shows growing anti‑Israel sentiment in the United States. The visit comes at a time when voters are weighing foreign‑policy stances in upcoming midterm elections.
Benjamin Netanyahu has landed in Washington, DC, for a briefing with President Donald Trump as the two leaders grapple over Israel’s strategy in the growing hostilities with Iran.
The arrival comes after Trump publicly criticized Israel’s continued strikes in Lebanon, accusing the government of ignoring a ceasefire agreement that was reached a month ago.
Election leaders and voters in the United States have begun to question their support of Israel and Netanyahu, after recent polling indicated a decline in American backing for the country and its leader.
According to BBC’s Gary O’Donoghue, the tension inside the White House is high; the outcome of today’s meeting could shape public opinion heading into the upcoming midterm elections.
