US President Trump Meets Israeli PM Netanyahu in Florida

Addis Ababa, December 29, 2025 (ENA)—U.S. President Donald Trump met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida for talks focused on Gaza and wider Middle East issues.

The meeting comes at a critical point in efforts to advance a Gaza ceasefire, with Washington pushing for a second phase that would include Israeli troop withdrawals, Hamas disarmament, and the start of reconstruction.

Differences remain between the two allies, particularly over the pace and conditions of the ceasefire and the future political governance of Gaza.

Trump and Netanyahu are also expected to discuss Iran, Hezbollah in Lebanon, and relations with Syria’s new government.

Netanyahu has reportedly sought U.S. backing for potential further strikes on Iran, amid Israeli claims that Tehran is rebuilding its missile capabilities.

The talks took place as humanitarian conditions in Gaza worsen, with storm-related deaths reported and continued accusations that Israel is not fully meeting its ceasefire aid obligations—claims.

Israel has denied the accusations.

The meeting marks the leaders’ sixth since Trump’s return to office and is seen as a key test of U.S. influence over unresolved ceasefire and regional security disputes.