Trump is irritated with Netanyahu and fears sabotage in ceasefire negotiations.
Washington believes recent attacks could jeopardize negotiations for the release of prisoners.
247 - The White House is increasingly uneasy with the stance of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, reports the Politico website, cited by The Times of Israel. According to the publication, the team of US President Donald Trump fears that Israeli attacks against Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar, will jeopardize ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire and the release of prisoners.
A source identified as “close to the president’s national security team” stated that the offensive last Tuesday (10), against high-ranking Hamas members in Qatar may have been deliberate in order to weaken the mediation process. “Every time they make progress, it seems he bombs someone,” the source declared. “That’s why the president and his advisors are so frustrated with Netanyahu.”
Trump's public criticism of Israel.
The episode prompted a rare critical outburst from Trump regarding an Israeli leader. Although the president described the assassination of Hamas leaders as a "worthy objective," he condemned the attack in Qatar, considered a key US ally. According to the source, "this was the most public criticism I've seen a Republican president make of an Israeli leader in a long time."
Hamas, for its part, denied that its leaders were killed in the offensive. Despite this, Washington fears that the military escalation could jeopardize progress made in negotiations conducted with international mediation.
Strategic talks in Qatar
According to Politico, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held talks with Qatari officials to expand defense cooperation between the two countries. This initiative comes amid pressure from the White House for Israel to moderate its military actions and not jeopardize ongoing diplomatic efforts.
The tension marks a delicate moment in the negotiations, which seek to reconcile Israel's security, the release of hostages, and regional stability. For Washington, Netanyahu's role will be decisive in determining whether the process will move forward or collapse.
