Iran's resurgence, Israel's military posture, and U.S. backing create a high-stakes triangle driving the region toward renewed conflict.

By Jeff Mason, Andrea Shalal, Matt Spetalnick and Alexander Cornwell WASHINGTON/TEL AVIV (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump, hosting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House on Monday,

Politicians for and against a hostage deal pressured Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday in an attempt to influence talks in Washington and Doha.Far-right National Security Minister MK Itamar Ben-Gvir pressured the prime minister not to go through with what he claimed was a “reckless” deal.

One thing is certain about the reception awaiting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Washington today—it will be far more favorable than the one he encountered at Kibbutz Nir Oz.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday he wanted peace with Palestinians but described any future independent state as a platform to destroy Israel and for that reason sovereign power of security must remain with Israel.

The visit marked a rare moment of overt praise from the Israeli leader, who thanked the United States for standing "shoulder to shoulder" with Israel in what he called a show of decisive strength aimed at preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

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President Donald Trump said negotiators are “very close” to a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, raising optimism for a long-elusive agreement as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits the US.