Israeli PM Netanyahu calls President-elect Trump – here’s what they spoke about
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was quick to reach out to President-elect Donald Trump following his victory, according to a statement from the Israel Prime Minister’s Office. The conversation between the two leaders was described as warm and cordial, with Netanyahu congratulating Trump on his win and both agreeing to cooperate on matters related to Israel’s security. They also discussed the ongoing Iranian threat during their call.
The exchange between Netanyahu and Trump comes in the wake of a statement from the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas, urging the incoming administration to take action to halt the conflict in the Gaza Strip. Hamas emphasized the need for Trump to address the aggression against the Palestinian people in the region.
Last week, reports surfaced claiming that Trump had asked Netanyahu to resolve the conflict in the region before his inauguration on January 20 if he emerged victorious in the election. Trump’s victory over Vice President Kamala Harris led to further speculation about his approach to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
In response, Hamas called on the incoming Trump administration to take concrete steps to end the violence and aggression against Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. They also called for an end to military support for Israel and recognition of the rights of the Palestinian people.
Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani also extended his congratulations to President-elect Trump, expressing a desire to strengthen strategic partnerships and promote security and stability in the region. Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas reiterated his commitment to peace and expressed confidence in US support for the Palestinian people under Trump’s leadership.
The Times of Israel reported that Trump initially conveyed his message to Netanyahu during a meeting at Mar-a-Lago in July. The ongoing dialogue between the two leaders reflects the importance of US-Israel relations and the role of the United States in mediating conflicts in the Middle East.
Overall, the exchange between Netanyahu and Trump signals a potential shift in US foreign policy towards the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. As the world awaits the inauguration of the new administration in January, the focus remains on how the incoming leadership will address the challenges in the region.
This article was rewritten by Greg Norman, a reporter at Fox News Digital, based on the original content from Fox News.
