Core Points - Trump held a private meeting with Israeli Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer to discuss nuclear negotiations with Iran and the Gaza conflict [1] - The meeting occurred before the fourth round of nuclear talks between the US and Iran scheduled for May 21 in Muscat, coinciding with Trump's upcoming Middle East visit [1] - Trump's Middle East trip will include visits to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE, but will not include Israel, marking an unusual diplomatic approach as US presidents typically meet with foreign officials of higher rank [1]

Core Viewpoint - A public letter signed by 1,200 active and retired Israeli Air Force pilots calls for an end to the conflict in Gaza, emphasizing that the war serves political and personal interests rather than security interests [1] Group 1 - The letter highlights that the ongoing war is primarily driven by the current Israeli government's desire to maintain power, suggesting that the ruling coalition led by Prime Minister Netanyahu may collapse if the war concludes [1] - Over 15,000 military personnel, including those from the Navy, armored corps, special forces, and medical units, have signed the letter, indicating significant dissent within the Israeli military [1] - The Israeli military has threatened to dismiss any personnel who signed the public letter, reflecting the tensions between military leadership and dissenting members [1]