April 8, 2025 — Washington, D.C. — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu concluded his second visit to the U.S. in two months, where he engaged in productive discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump. The meeting covered critical topics, including Iran’s nuclear ambitions, the situation in Gaza, and Turkish military movements in Syria.
Netanyahu emphasized that both Israel and the U.S. share a strong stance on preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. He suggested that an agreement modeled after Libya’s approach, involving the dismantling of Iran’s nuclear installations under American supervision, would be the best solution. Failing that, he noted, military options would remain on the table.
On the topic of Gaza, Netanyahu reiterated Israel’s commitment to eliminating Hamas and securing the release of hostages, a point highlighted during the visit when President Trump publicly praised Netanyahu’s relentless efforts on behalf of the hostages.
Further, Netanyahu raised concerns about Turkey’s intentions to establish military bases in Syria, a move that could pose a threat to Israel’s security. He emphasized Israel’s opposition to such a development while noting that Israel would seek Trump’s assistance if needed.
Lastly, Netanyahu discussed trade relations, committing Israel to work on reducing its trade deficit with the U.S. to zero, acknowledging the significant support the U.S. provides to Israel.
Netanyahu called the visit highly successful, with plans for continued collaboration on the discussed issues. He also hinted at additional developments that will be shared in the future.
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