Trump says the US is having direct talks with Iran
Apr 08, 2025
Washington [US], April 8: US President Donald Trump is meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the White House
An expected news conference with the two leaders was abruptly cancelled, US media is reporting - no reason has been given for the change in schedule
The pair are expected to discuss the war in Gaza and the return of hostages, following the breakdown of a fragile ceasefire with Hamas
A previous meeting between Trump and Netanyahu in February saw the US president suggest forcibly moving Palestinians from Gaza to turn it into a "riviera of the Middle East"
Separately, Netanyahu will likely make a case for a reduction in the 17% tariffs Trump placed on Israel
The Israeli prime minister is the first world leader to appear at the White House since Trump's tariff announcement last week.
Source: Fijian Broadcasting Cooperation
