Netanyahu, Trump Meet Amid Gaza Ceasefire Stalemate

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited Washington for meetings with U.S. President Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Speaker Mike Johnson to discuss efforts toward a Gaza ceasefire. The talks followed a recent truce between Israel and Iran, but negotiations with Hamas remain stalled and violence continues in Gaza. President Trump expressed optimism for a possible 60-day ceasefire and prisoner exchange, while also signaling openness to nuclear talks with Iran. Netanyahu rejected the creation of a Palestinian state and advocated for permanent Israeli security control over Gaza, supporting controversial displacement proposals. During the meetings, Netanyahu presented Trump with a letter recommending him for the Nobel Peace Prize, highlighting their renewed alliance. Critics argue that despite U.S. efforts, military actions have only temporarily hindered Iran's nuclear activities and civilian suffering in Gaza persists.