Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu worked for weeks to secure an invitation to the White House, but President Donald Trump opposed the meeting, according to a CNN report cited by Israeli media. The report offers new insight into the diplomatic efforts behind a potential meeting.
The CNN report, cited by Israeli media, reveals that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu worked for weeks to obtain a White House invitation, while President Donald Trump opposed the meeting. The Zioneer reported on July 22 that White House officials and the Prime Minister's Office were in discussions about a possible meeting, though no date had been set. The new report adds the dimension of Netanyahu's personal efforts and Trump's opposition, providing fresh context to the ongoing diplomatic engagement between the two leaders.
2 developments
- DevelopingNetanyahu reportedly struggling to establish direct contact with Trump over past ten days
- DevelopingWhite House says it was surprised by reports of Trump-Netanyahu meeting, denies meeting was scheduled
- DevelopingIsraeli officials doubt Trump-Netanyahu meeting will happen next week
- DevelopingNo meeting set between Netanyahu and Trump next week, according to Israeli journalist
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