White House Push for Agreement
President Donald Trump is pressing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to accept a U.S. peace proposal aimed at ending the ongoing war in Gaza. The two leaders met at the White House on Monday, with officials suggesting that a deal could be announced soon if final sticking points are resolved.
According to senior U.S. officials, the administration’s 21-point plan has received support from Arab states, who view it as a path toward stability and humanitarian relief. Trump has described the plan as being in its “final stages,” while Netanyahu has been less definitive in his public statements.
Tensions Between Allies
The talks mark a rare moment of strain in the U.S.-Israel relationship. White House advisers say that if Netanyahu resists the deal, Trump may openly fault him for prolonging the conflict and failing to address humanitarian concerns in Gaza.
Officials involved in the negotiations noted that frustration with Netanyahu has grown inside Trump’s circle, particularly after a controversial Israeli strike in Qatar that rallied Arab states into unified opposition. Trump’s envoys — Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner — have led discussions with both Israel and regional leaders to narrow differences.
Political Crosscurrents
Netanyahu faces pressure from his nationalist coalition partners, who oppose concessions, while also managing ongoing corruption trials at home. U.S. officials have privately expressed concern that domestic politics in Israel are influencing his wartime decisions.
The Israeli leader has also drawn attention for engaging with American political influencers, some of whom have criticized his handling of the conflict. U.S. officials have urged him to remain focused on negotiations rather than U.S. domestic debates.
What’s Next
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters that Trump views his proposal as the best available path forward. “Both sides will come out somewhat unhappy,” she said, “but the president believes in his plan and wants the war to end.”
An announcement could follow the Washington talks, though any agreement would still require support from Hamas and further coordination with regional governments.
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