Complicating matters, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government has shown deep skepticism toward the US plan, and an upcoming election in October has only added to the political sensitivity surrounding the issue. A US official told the publication that while Washington and Israel agree on the broader strategic goal, Israel has raised doubts about specific parts of the plan, and the upcoming trip is meant to make sure both sides stay coordinated. The official also noted that the exact travel dates could still shift.
