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Apr 2025
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Why did Netanyahu visit the White House?

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US President Donald Trump has hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the second time since returning to office in January. Iran and Gaza were the main topics discussed. Why did the meeting take place and what does it signal?

In this episode: 

  • H A Hellyer, Senior Associate Fellow, Royal United Services Institute.
  • Trita Parsi, Executive Vice President, Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft.
  • Daniel Levy, President, US / Middle East Project.

Host: Dareen Abughaida

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