Netanyahu in Washington: What Are His Goals During US Visit?
Early on monday, July 7, 2025, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu left Ben Gurion airport for Washington amid intense speculation over his agenda. Key goals may include negotiating a Gaza ceasefire,expanding the Abraham Accords,and persuading former President Trump too involve the U.S. in a confrontation with Iran.
Saudi Arabia is unlikely to join the Abraham Accords without major concessions-such as uranium enrichment rights, a permanent Gaza truce, or acceptance of a two-state solution-while Syria, Lebanon, and Qatar appear more likely candidates. Experts suggest Netanyahu may also address corruption cases against him, cabinet stability if ultra-Orthodox parties withdraw, and countering Islamic Resistance in iraq.
The right-wing leader aims to leverage mainstream media to falsely portray Israel’s 12-day conflict with Tehran as a strategic victory despite limited tactical gains.Despite Trump’s backing, Netanyahu faces notable challenges ahead.
A Show of Victory in Washington
Hours after Iran’s missile strikes targeted Be’er Sheva and CENTCOM facilities in West Asia-exposing gaps in Israel’s air defenses-Trump mediated via Doha to freeze hostilities. Polls indicate Israeli public resilience had reached its limit against advanced Iranian missiles like Sejjil and Kheibar Shekan. U.S. intervention came just as Israel’s missile interceptors were depleted.
U.S. think tanks and media now claim Israel weakened Iran through 480 strikes on nuclear/military sites-a narrative contradicting Tehran’s demonstrated missile prowess that forced de-escalation.
Gaza Ceasefire or Political Survival?
Regional outlets like Al jazeera report Netanyahu seeks a 60-day Gaza truce during meetings with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff Far-right ministers like Itamar Ben-Gvir openly oppose negotiations demanding Hamas’ destruction Opposition leader Yair Lapid pledged support if extremist factions quit government enabling hostage releases
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Selling Peace to Arab States
Expanding Abraham Accords tops Netanyahu’s agenda Recent Zionist analyses suggest normalizing ties with Damascus given Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham’s need for US backing/Israeli restraint Reports indicate HTS leader Abu Mohammad al-Julani seeks regime recognition
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In Lebanon coordinated US-Saudi-Israeli efforts aim disarm Hezbollah economically/militarily while blocking border reconstruction Temporary IDF outposts (100-150 troops) signal geopolitical shifts precluding Hezbollah’s return.
The Bottom Line
Netanyahu’s past DC visits preceded major mideast escalations from consulate bombings assassinations Analysts warn gaza/Abraham Accords focus may mask impending attacks on Yemen Iraq Lebanon or Iran itself.
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