Former national security adviser Robert O’Brien said on Tuesday that he and two U.S. ambassadors who served during the Trump administration met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other officials from Israel.
John Rakolta, who was ambassador to the United Arab Emirates under Trump, and Ed McMullen, who served as ambassador to Switzerland, were also part of the meeting. Reuters first reported on this gathering.
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Former President Donald Trump is expected to be the GOP nominee for the 2024 presidential election, challenging President Joe Biden for reelection. O’Brien informed the Biden administration about the trip, which is standard practice for former senior officials.
The meeting took place at a time when relations between the United States and Israel were strained. This tension stems from Biden’s decision to delay the delivery of large bombs to Israel. He has also indicated that other forms of support may be suspended if Israel escalates its actions
