As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prepares for his third visit to the White House this year, his host has made his expectations clear. US President Donald Trump, who has spoken often about his desire to secure a ceasefire in Gaza,

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday he expects to travel to the United States next week for meetings with President Donald Trump, after a "great victory" in a 12-day war with Iran last month.

The Israeli prime minister’s expected visit to the United States comes as the cease-fire with Iran may create new momentum for a truce in Gaza.