Netanyahu Cancels Trip to Trump's Inauguration

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has canceled his attendance at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20, according to aides, marking a significant change from earlier expectations. The cancellation coincides with a court hearing related to Netanyahu's ongoing corruption trial scheduled for the same day. Additionally, tensions have escalated following Trump's sharing of a video in which economist Jeffry Sachs criticizes Netanyahu, calling him a 'deep, dark son of a b****'. While Netanyahu has maintained communication with Trump regarding Middle Eastern issues, including hostage negotiations with Hamas, the reported health concerns following recent surgery add to the uncertainty surrounding his absence. Several international leaders are still set to attend the inauguration, including Argentina's Javier Milei and Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro. The situation reflects the complex dynamics of Israeli-American relations amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region.