Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivers a statement during the US Independence Day reception, known as the annual "Fourth of July" celebration, hosted by Newsmax in Jerusalem on Aug. 13, 2025. (AFP)
Iraqi Prime Minister Shia al Sudani (far right) met with Brigadier General Kevin Lambert (far left), the incoming commander of Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve, and other top US officials on July 21. (Photo: Iraqi PM’s Office)