Netanyahu heads to US for talks with Trump on Iran, ‘expanding circle of peace’

Jerusalem Post/Israel News"I am embarking on this mission with one clear goal," Netanyahu said, "to ensure the security, strength, and future of our dear State of Israel."Follow us on Google US President Donald Trump points his finger towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as they shake hands during a press conference after meeting at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, US, December 29, 2025. (photo credit: REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst/Pool)ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAMJULY 27, 2026 15:18Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump are expected to discuss the situation with Iran among several other issues during their upcoming meeting in Washington, the Prime Minister's Office announced on Tuesday as Netanyahu departed from Israel.This will be the eighth meeting between the two leaders since Trump's election for a second term," Netanyahu said. "More than any other international leader. This is a great privilege, but it is also a great responsibility."US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu embrace as they walk into Trump's Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida. (credit: JONATHAN ERNST/REUTERS)"From my experience as Prime Minister, during these complex times we must act with both great determination and great wisdom.""We will discuss all the issues on the agenda, first and foremost, Iran. Naturally, our goal is to safeguard our security and also to expand the circle of peace around us," he added."I am embarking on this mission with one clear goal, to ensure the security, strength, and future of our dear State of Israel."Netanyahu to attend funeral of Lindsey GrahamNetanyahu added that in addition to meeting with Trump, he will also attend the funeral of Lindsey Graham, who passed away on July 12 after a brief and sudden illness.Follow us on Google