Netanyahu denies rift with Trump over Gaza, says two are in ‘full coordination’

Published July 9, 2025 5:00pm ET



Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected reports of a rift with President Donald Trump over the war in Gaza, saying the two leaders are in “full coordination” on efforts to free Israeli hostages, dismantle Hamas, and eliminate threats from the territory.

Netanyahu told reporters Wednesday afternoon that while the Jewish state has security and other requirements that must be met in any deal, he and Trump are working together.

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