Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to meet Trump in Washington next week

Donald Trump with Benjamin Netanyahu. Picture: Mark Schiefelbein/AP

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said he will travel to Washington next week to meet Donald Trump and other officials.

Speaking to a meeting of his cabinet, Mr Netanyahu did not elaborate on the contents of his visit, except to say he will discuss a trade deal.

His visit comes as the US president has signalled he is ready for Israel and Hamas to wind down the war in Gaza, which is likely to be a focus of their talks.

Iran is also expected to be a main topic of discussion after the 12-day war with Israel.