Trump and Netanyahu Meet for Discussion on Iran War

President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met in the Oval Office on July 28, 2026, for a 90-minute discussion focused on the Iran war. The meeting was described as 'productive' by both leaders, despite previous tensions in their relationship. Netanyahu's communication director, Tzipi Hotovely, stated that there is close coordination between the two leaders regarding Iran, emphasizing that Israel is not pressuring the U.S. on this issue. The discussion also included the potential normalization of relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel, as suggested by Trump. The sale of F-35s to Turkey, which Israel opposes, was not addressed during the meeting. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the positive tone of the meeting. Netanyahu later expressed on Instagram that the conversation was among the best they have had, highlighting their mutual goal of preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Tensions had previously escalated between Trump and Netanyahu, particularly regarding the ongoing war and differing perceptions of the threat posed by Iran.