Posted originally on CTH on July 8, 2025 | Sundance

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu holds a press conference after meeting with Speaker of the House Mike Johnson.  As Netanyahu remarked, “President Trump’s decision to act with us …. has made a remarkable change in the Middle East.”

Prime Minister Netanyahu also emphasized the need to “change the government of Gaza” as part of the current objective within the conflict.  Benjamin Netanyahu emphasized repeatedly that President Trump and himself are connected in common purpose. According to the Israeli Prime Minister, the government of the USA and the government of Israel have never been as deeply intertwined as they are at this moment in history.  WATCH:

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Pay close attention to the tone and emphasis of the remarks from Prime Minister Netanyahu as well as the content.  For Netanyahu there is a domestic political need to stay as close to President Trump as humanly possible, and he is showcasing that intent in every word and inflection.  Netanyahu’s power is directly related to his proximity to Trump.

Benjamin Netanyahu fears distance from President Trump more than any element around him.  Remember, the need for control is a reaction to fear.  Netanyahu will do anything to keep close proximity.