Washington D.C., USA – Global attention is fixed on Washington this week as a series of high-stakes diplomatic maneuvers aim to address the protracted conflict in Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday, a meeting that comes amid hints from the American president of a potential breakthrough.

Over the weekend, President Trump fueled speculation by stating on social media that “all are on board for something special” in the Middle East and that “we will get it done.” The comments have amplified expectations for a new U.S.-led peace plan or ceasefire initiative.

The meeting follows a contentious week at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, where the Gaza crisis was a major point of division. Numerous world leaders called for an immediate end to the violence and criticized Israel’s ongoing military operations, while the U.S. reiterated its support for its key ally. In his address to the assembly, Prime Minister Netanyahu remained defiant, vowing to “finish the job” against Hamas.

Diplomats are watching closely to see if the White House meeting can bridge the significant gap between the Israeli position and the growing international pressure for a ceasefire and a lasting two-state solution. Meanwhile, regional tensions remain high, with many Arab nations using the UN platform to warn that the entire region is approaching a “point of implosion” due to the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The outcome of Monday’s discussions is seen as critical in determining the direction of the crisis in the weeks to come.