Why it matters:
The call comes at a critical diplomatic moment: Iran is preparing its response to a U.S. proposal for a nuclear deal, and Washington is actively seeking a response from the Palestinian Resistance Movement (Hamas) to a ceasefire and hostage release plan in Gaza.
The big picture:
The call comes as regional tensions remain high. The Trump administration is under pressure to finalize agreements on two major diplomatic fronts: reviving nuclear talks with Iran and securing a truce in the Gaza Strip
Key points:
- Israel Hayom announced that the call between Netanyahu and Trump ended after about 40 minutes.
- "The call between Netanyahu and Trump addressed various developments in the region," the media reported.
- The call was first reported by an Axios reporter via a post on X, citing a source familiar.
- It will precede a high-level meeting convened by Netanyahu at the Israeli Defense Ministry.
- The meeting will include top Israeli officials, including Foreign Minister Israel Katz, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer, and the directors of Mossad and Shin Bet.
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