Trump between war and peace: after Netanyahu, Saudi delegation arrives at White House

After Netanyahu's visit to the White House on July 28, where he doubted diplomacy with Iran, a Saudi delegation led by Khalid bin Salman arrived the next day, conveying a call for de-escalation. Trump faces a choice between pressure and reducing tensions. According to CNN, the visits were not coordinated. There are divisions within the Republican Party. Trump has stated possible strikes but has not ruled out an agreement.

US President Donald Trump faces a difficult choice after two back-to-back visits to the White House. On July 28, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed doubts about the effectiveness of diplomacy with Iran and discussed options for increasing pressure, including resuming military action. The next day, July 29, a Saudi delegation led by Defense Minister Khalid bin Salman conveyed the opposite message: the need to de-escalate, as continued war poses serious risks to the region. According to CNN, the visits were not coordinated, but their coincidence underscores Trump's dilemma. Within the Republican Party, there are divisions: some demand the resumption of the campaign against Iran, others seek a swift end to the conflict. Trump aims to resolve the situation before the November midterm elections. He stated that the conflict can be resolved but hinted at possible strikes: "Now it's our turn." According to WSJ, Trump considers a temporary agreement useless, and Gulf states are disappointed by the lack of a US strategy. Some countries, including the UAE and Kuwait, call for a tougher stance, but Trump does not intend to send ground troops.