Netanyahu to meet Trump on Iran, attend Lindsey Graham’s funeral in US trip

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet with former U.S. President Donald Trump during his trip to the United States, where discussions are expected to focus on Iran. This meeting comes amidst ongoing U.S.-Israel diplomacy concerning Iran’s nuclear program and regional security issues. Netanyahu will also attend the funeral of Lindsey Graham, a prominent pro-Israel Republican ally. The timing of Netanyahu’s visit and meeting with Trump suggests coordinated diplomatic efforts amidst the backdrop of a five-month-long U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran. Key Takeaways Netanyahu’s meeting with Trump appears to indicate potential diplomatic engagement with Iran, which could increase the likelihood of future peace talks. Markets have priced the probability of a Trump-Netanyahu meeting occurring by July 31 at 99%, reflecting strong confidence in this engagement happening soon. The probability of U.S.-Iran peace talks by July 31 remains low at 6%, but the meeting may indicate an increase in diplomatic activity. What to Watch The upcoming meeting between Netanyahu and Trump could serve as a pivotal moment for future diplomatic engagements involving Iran. Observers will be watch...