Donald Trump, Benjamin Netanyahu and Peace
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The prime minister's expected trip comes amid public disagreement between Jerusalem and Washington over the make-up of Gaza's Board of Peace.
For Netanyahu, toppling Iran would be "a jewel in his crown," a former Israeli diplomat told Newsweek.
Netanyahu congratulates President Trump on the first year of his second term, highlighting close coordination after multiple meetings focused on Gaza ceasefire efforts, Iran, and regional issues.
Reports indicated that Israel may have been taken by surprise that Trump had been aloof at first, but was suddenly contemplating an attack on Wednesday.