Washington, 2 December (H.S.): On Monday evening, U.S. President Donald Trump extended an invitation to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a meeting at the White House in the near future, the Israeli premier’s office confirmed. During the phone conversation, the two leaders emphasized the critical importance of disarming Hamas and demilitarizing the Gaza Strip, reaffirming their shared commitment to regional security and peace-building efforts.

This upcoming White House visit would mark Netanyahu’s fifth since Trump resumed office in January 2025, underlining the continued close diplomatic engagement between the two nations. Alongside Gaza’s security concerns, discussions also touched on expanding peace agreements with other regional actors to bolster stability in the Middle East.

The call came amid heightened tensions and followed President Trump’s earlier caution to Israel against actions that might destabilize Syria’s new leadership. The dialogue reflects a coordinated effort to address complex geopolitical challenges, reinforcing the obligation to defuse conflicts while exploring pathways for broader peace accords.

Both leaders’ united front underscores the ongoing pursuit of a durable resolution for Gaza, building on Trump’s earlier 20-point Gaza peace plan aimed at ending hostilities and encouraging cooperation between Israel, Hamas, and neighboring countries.The Netanyahu-Trump engagement is seen as pivotal in steering forward initiatives for peace and security in the volatile region, with the forthcoming White House meeting anticipated to deepen collaboration and strategic dialogue.

This significant diplomatic exchange underscores the priority given by both the United States and Israel to promoting stability and countering extremist threats in the Middle East.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar