Netanyahu Expected to Meet Trump in US, Discuss Iran

The two leaders will talk about nuclear negotiations with Iran on Wednesday in Washington.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday in Washington, where they will discuss negotiations with Iran, Netanyahu's office announced. The meeting comes as Iranian and U.S. officials recently held indirect nuclear talks in Oman, with Iran insisting on its 'right to enrich uranium' during the negotiations.

Why it matters

The meeting between Netanyahu and Trump is significant as the two leaders have taken a hardline stance against Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile programs. Any breakdown in the negotiations could potentially lead to renewed military conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran, which could have wider regional implications.

The details

According to Netanyahu's office, the prime minister believes 'any negotiations must include limitations on ballistic missiles and a halting of the support for the Iranian axis.' Last June, the U.S. joined an Israeli military campaign against Iran's nuclear facilities, marking the most direct American military action against Iran. Iran retaliated by launching a missile attack on a U.S. base in Qatar.

  • Netanyahu and Trump are expected to meet on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.
  • Iranian and U.S. officials held indirect nuclear talks in Muscat, Oman on Friday, February 6, 2026.

The players

Benjamin Netanyahu

The Prime Minister of Israel who has taken a hardline stance against Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile programs.

Donald Trump

The President of the United States who has also taken a tough stance against Iran and has joined Israel in military campaigns against Iranian nuclear facilities.

Iran

The Islamic Republic of Iran, which has insisted on its 'right to enrich uranium' during the recent nuclear negotiations with the U.S.

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What they’re saying

“The Prime Minister believes any negotiations must include limitations on ballistic missiles and a halting of the support for the Iranian axis.”

— Netanyahu's office (Reuters)

“Iran insisted on its 'right to enrich uranium' during the negotiations with the U.S., and that Tehran's missile capabilities were not raised in the discussions.”

— A regional diplomat, briefed by Tehran (Reuters)

What’s next

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The takeaway

This meeting between Netanyahu and Trump highlights the ongoing tensions between the U.S., Israel, and Iran over the nuclear issue and ballistic missile programs. Any breakdown in the negotiations could potentially lead to renewed military conflict in the region, raising concerns about regional stability and the risk of escalation.