Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is visiting the US this week amid pressure to end the Gaza conflict.
He will meet President Joe Biden, if Biden has recovered from Covid-19, and speak to Congress, marking his fourth address there.
The visit is seen as a chance for Netanyahu to mend ties with Washington after recent tensions over his approach to the Gaza war.
However, Biden’s decision not to seek re-election has cast a shadow over the trip, creating uncertainty about future US-Israel relations.
Back home in Israel, Netanyahu faces criticism for not prioritizing a ceasefire with Hamas, with protests urging him to focus on ending the conflict rather than his US trip.
Netanyahu’s visit may be affected by the political turmoil in Washington and could influence his standing with both Israelis and Americans.
The prime minister’s visit might also be a strategic move to strengthen ties with former President Donald Trump, whom many believe could be more favorable to Netanyahu’s policies if re-elected.
Experts suggest that while Biden’s departure from the presidential race might reduce immediate pressure on Netanyahu, it also opens up the possibility for a shift in US policy and tone under a new administration.
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