Washington D.C. – Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with former President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, in a hastily arranged trip focused on concerns regarding the Biden administration’s potential approach to negotiations with Iran.
Netanyahu traveled to the United States with the explicit aim of urging Trump to advise against a “narrow” deal with Iran, according to reports. Sources indicate Israel fears the U.S. May pursue an agreement that offers limited constraints on Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for a temporary cessation of certain activities. Israeli officials have expressed concern that such a deal would not adequately address Iran’s ballistic missile program or its regional destabilizing actions.
The meeting comes as Israel has reportedly grown increasingly concerned about the possibility of a less stringent U.S. Policy toward Iran. According to reports, Israel has signaled its willingness to act independently against Iran if it perceives that the U.S. Is not taking a firm enough stance. This includes a potential military strike, a possibility Israel has reportedly communicated to the U.S. In advance.
Netanyahu’s visit marks his seventh meeting with Trump within a year, underscoring the importance he places on maintaining a dialogue with the former president, particularly on matters of national security. The Israeli Prime Minister reportedly lauded Trump’s past consideration of military action against Iran, describing a potential bombing campaign as a “biblical miracle.”
Prior to the meeting, Iranian officials called on the United States not to be swayed by Netanyahu’s pressure. The Iranian government views Netanyahu as a hardliner and believes his rhetoric is intended to sabotage any potential diplomatic progress.
During the meeting, Netanyahu and Trump discussed the evolving geopolitical landscape in the Middle East and the potential implications of a renewed Iranian nuclear capability. The specifics of their conversation remain largely undisclosed, but sources suggest that Netanyahu emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to Iran, one that addresses all aspects of its malign behavior.
The White House has not yet commented on the meeting between Netanyahu, and Trump. The State Department has maintained its position that It’s committed to pursuing a diplomatic solution with Iran, but has also stated that all options remain on the table.
Following the meeting, no joint statement was released. Netanyahu is scheduled to meet with U.S. Special envoys later this week to continue discussions on Iran policy.
