Netanyahu Heads to U.S. to Discuss Gaza Ceasefire's Next Phase

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is traveling to Washington to negotiate the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire with U.S. President Trump, who claims credit for the initial deal. The discussions, crucial for releasing remaining hostages and solidifying peace, will be Trump’s first meeting with a foreign leader since his second inauguration. Despite the ceasefire halting significant violence for two weeks, Netanyahu faces mounting pressure from far-right coalition members to resume hostilities. Hamas has indicated it will not release hostages without further concessions, putting both leaders under intense scrutiny amid escalating regional tensions over a two-state solution.