Trump scolds Netanyahu hours before public meeting
Tensions in the Middle East have escalated following a reported Iranian missile attack on US targets in Jordan and subsequent US-Saudi strikes in Iraq. Meanwhile, Donald Trump has publicly criticized Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of a scheduled meeting, adding political complexity to the regional conflict.
Why it matters
The combination of direct military confrontation between the US and Iranian-backed forces and shifting diplomatic stances from US political figures signals a volatile period for Middle Eastern stability.
- 5.25am . First published July 28, 2026 - 8.19pm
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