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🇺🇸 Netanyahu to Meet Trump as Iran Nuclear Talks Hit Critical Phase

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is heading to Washington for a high-stakes meeting with President Donald Trump, as negotiations over Iran’s nuclear ambitions enter a decisive moment. According to the report in the uploaded file

rising tensions across the Middle East are shaping the urgency of the talks.

Netanyahu is expected to urge Trump to support a tougher agreement—one that not only limits Iran’s nuclear activities but also restricts its ballistic missile program and its backing of armed groups like Hamas and Hezbollah. Before departing for the U.S., Netanyahu said he plans to outline Israel’s priorities for the negotiations

Iran, meanwhile, has signaled it may be willing to scale back parts of its nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. However, as noted in the document

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian was clear in his warning that Tehran “will not yield to excessive demands.”

Netanyahu’s trip marks his sixth U.S. visit since Trump returned to office—more than any other world leader. He has long argued that Iran poses an existential threat to Israel, pushing the U.S. to adopt a firm stance on the issue

After landing in Washington, Netanyahu met Trump advisers Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, who briefed him on the initial negotiation sessions with Iranian officials. The U.S. has been increasing its military presence in the region, and Trump has warned of potential military strikes if Iran fails to reach a deal and continues violent crackdowns on protesters

Trump added that any acceptable deal must include “no nuclear weapons, no missiles.” On Iran’s side, President Pezeshkian reiterated during a rally that his country refuses to bow to pressure but remains committed to dialogue with its neighbors to preserve regional stability

Analysts note that Iran is negotiating from a weaker position after widespread protests and major strikes on military and nuclear sites last year by the U.S. and Israel. Experts cited in the report explain that Washington and Tel Aviv believe they now have significant leverage over Tehran, allowing them to push harder for concessions 

The talks continue as the U.S. seeks to finalize a broader Middle East strategy while pushing Israel and Hamas to advance the next phase of their Gaza ceasefire agreement. The White House reaffirmed that Israel has “no better friend” than Trump, as both countries coordinate closely on regional stability efforts