President Donald Trump Meets Israeli Prime Minister at Mar-a-Lago Estate

On December 29, 2025, President Donald Trump hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at his Mar-a-Lago estate for high-stakes talks centered on the Gaza peace plan and rising tensions with Iran. This meeting followed a summit with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the same location just a day earlier.

Key Outcomes and Discussion Topics
Gaza Ceasefire: The leaders discussed transitioning to "Phase 2" of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire plan, which includes the disarmament of Hamas,
establishing new governance in Gaza, and initiating reconstruction. Trump suggested that reconstruction could begin "pretty soon".

Ultimatum to Iran: Trump warned that if Iran attempts to rebuild its nuclear facilities, the U.S. would "have to knock them down" again. He also suggested he would support an immediate strike if Tehran redevelops nuclear capabilities.

Regional Diplomacy: Trump encouraged Netanyahu to "get along" with the new government in Syria. They also reviewed the role of Hezbollah in Lebanon and broader Iranian rearmament.

Israel Prize: During the visit, Netanyahu announced that Trump would receive the Israel Prize, the country's highest honor, for his role in brokering the Gaza ceasefire and his long-standing service to Israel.

Meeting Context
Frequency: This was the sixth meeting between the two leaders since Trump returned to office 11 months ago.

Delegations: The U.S. delegation included Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, and senior advisors Susie Wiles and Jared Kushner.

Political Implications: Netanyahu is seeking to leverage his strong relationship with Trump ahead of Israel's 2026 elections, while the Trump administration continues to push for a new regional security apparatus known as the "Board of Peace".

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President Trump Greets the Prime Minister of Israel at Mar-a-Lago
Palm Beach, FL

Film Credits: White House Communications Agency