U.S. President Joe Biden welcomed his successor, Donald Trump, in the Oval Office of the White House. The meeting, traditional in U.S. politics, was a show of courtesy by Biden after Trump's victory in the November 5 elections.
During the encounter, both leaders discussed various topics, including the situation in Ukraine and the Israeli hostages in Gaza. Biden emphasized the importance of support for Kyiv as a national security interest for the United States, and expressed concern over North Korea's involvement in the conflict.
Regarding U.S. foreign policy priorities, competition with China was highlighted as the primary challenge, followed by Iran. Biden and Trump exchanged views on these crucial issues and addressed matters related to national security and stability in various regions of the world.
For his part, Isaac Herzog, President of Israel, previously met with Biden at the White House in an attempt to advance a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. Herzog praised Biden's efforts to secure the release of Israeli hostages captured by Palestinian groups, highlighting the importance of working together on this matter.
As for the challenge in Gaza, the international community has expressed concern over the blockade of humanitarian aid in the region. The Biden Administration granted Israel a deadline to improve the situation, warning that failure to comply could result in restrictions on military aid.
Amid these discussions, efforts for a truce between Israel and Hamas have been highlighted, aiming to end hostilities and ensure the release of hostages. The collaboration between the Biden and Trump administrations on this issue has been noted as crucial for advancing peace in the region.
