Washington, D.C. (VINnews)- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a key meeting at Blair House, the official guest residence of the U.S. President, with U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, senior advisor and son-in-law to President Trump.

The discussion focused on pressing regional issues in the Middle East, with particular emphasis on the evolving negotiations between the United States and Iran. Witkoff and Kushner provided Netanyahu with a detailed briefing on the first round of talks held with Iranian officials last Friday in Oman.

The Oman meeting, mediated by Omani Foreign Minister Badr Al Busaidi, involved indirect (and in some reports, direct) discussions between the U.S. delegation—led by Witkoff and Kushner, alongside CENTCOM Commander Adm. Brad Cooper—and Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Both sides described the initial exchanges as constructive, with Trump publicly calling them “very good” and signaling expectations for further rounds. The talks centered on Iran’s nuclear program, though the U.S. has pushed to include limitations on ballistic missiles and Tehran’s support for regional proxy groups such as Hezbollah and Hamas—issues Iran has insisted are non-negotiable.

Netanyahu’s session at Blair House comes as he prepares for a high-stakes meeting with President Trump at the White House, where the Israeli leader plans to present “principles” for any potential deal with Iran. Israeli officials have expressed concerns that negotiations could result in a narrow agreement limited to nuclear matters, potentially overlooking broader security threats posed by Iran’s missile capabilities and regional influence.

The prime minister’s visit to Washington was accelerated in response to the recent Oman talks, reflecting Israel’s ongoing efforts to shape U.S. policy toward Iran. Netanyahu has long advocated for stringent measures against Tehran, including support for last year’s joint U.S.-Israeli military strikes on Iranian nuclear and military sites.

Following the Blair House meeting, Netanyahu is expected to emphasize the need for any agreement to address not only uranium enrichment but also missile programs and proxy support, aligning with his office’s stance that “any negotiations must include limiting ballistic missiles and ending support for the Iranian axis.”

As discussions progress, all eyes remain on the upcoming White House meeting between Netanyahu and Trump, which could significantly influence the trajectory of U.S.-Iran relations and Middle East stability.