Netanyahu Scheduled to Confer with Trump at White House on New Tariffs Affecting Israel: Reports
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Synopsis
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet US President Donald Trump to discuss new tariffs imposed on Israel. This meeting will cover a range of critical issues, including the nuclear crisis with Iran and the ongoing Gaza conflict, amidst international scrutiny over an ICC arrest warrant.
Key Takeaways
- Netanyahu to meet Trump regarding tariffs.
- 17% tariffs imposed on Israeli goods.
- Meeting's timing depends on court's decision.
- Discussions to include Iran nuclear crisis.
- International scrutiny over ICC arrest warrant.
Jerusalem, April 5 (NationPress) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is anticipated to engage in discussions with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday, according to reports from Israel's state-run Kan TV News on Saturday.
The channel, citing an Israeli source, mentioned that the two leaders will likely address the 17 percent tariff that the United States has imposed on Israeli products as part of Trump's so-called "reciprocal tariffs" affecting all trade partners.
As per reports from Israeli news outlet Walla, Netanyahu is set to journey to the United States directly from Budapest on Sunday, following his official visit to Hungary.
However, the timing of the White House meeting is contingent upon an Israeli court permitting a delay in the forthcoming hearings of his corruption trial, according to Walla, as reported by Xinhua news agency.
Notably, the day before Trump's tariff announcement, Israel had abolished all tariffs on imports from the United States, yet this action did not deter Trump from implementing tariffs on Israeli goods.
In addition to tariff discussions, both leaders are expected to address the nuclear crisis concerning Iran and the continuing conflict in Gaza.
Netanyahu's visit to Hungary comes amid intense international scrutiny due to an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC).
Last November, the ICC issued warrants against Netanyahu and former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant on allegations of committing "crimes against humanity and war crimes" in Gaza. Hungary is the first European nation to host Netanyahu since this warrant was issued.
Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto reiterated earlier this year that Hungary continues to welcome the Israeli leader despite the warrant.
He also emphasized that the ICC's actions have "discredited the institution" and confirmed it as a "politically motivated body", asserting that such decisions could influence Hungary's future collaboration with the court.
Hungary has consistently supported Israel in European Union discussions and has shown strong backing for its right to self-defense.
