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Palm Beach, FL - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is extending his stay in South Florida following a series of high level meetings and public appearances tied to U.S. Israel relations and regional security discussions.
Netanyahu arrived in Florida earlier this week for a private meeting with former U.S. President Donald Trump at Mar a Lago in Palm Beach.
According to officials familiar with the visit, the discussions focused on the ongoing war involving Israel and Hamas, regional security threats, and future diplomatic coordination between Israeli leadership and U.S. political figures.
The meeting took place amid continued international attention on ceasefire negotiations and broader Middle East stability.
After the meeting, Netanyahu remained in South Florida through the New Year, attending several scheduled events.
On Wednesday, he traveled to Surfside where he appeared at the Shul of Bal Harbour synagogue, meeting with elected officials, community leaders, and members of the local Jewish community.
The visit prompted road closures along Collins Avenue as law enforcement agencies implemented security measures in the area.
Earlier in the day, Netanyahu also met with a group of evangelical leaders at his hotel, continuing outreach efforts with U.S. religious and civic groups.
Local authorities confirmed that while the visit was largely peaceful, a small group of demonstrators gathered nearby.
Deputies monitored the situation, and no arrests or injuries were reported.
Officials say Netanyahu is expected to hold additional meetings with U.S. lawmakers and community leaders before departing Florida later this week.
The visit comes as Netanyahu continues to manage both international diplomatic efforts and ongoing domestic political challenges in Israel, including the continued impact of the war and legal proceedings involving his leadership.