Netanyahu and US Ambassador Huckabee discuss regional security in Jerusalem

On March 17, 2026, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee in Jerusalem. During the meeting, the pair addressed social media rumors concerning the Prime Minister's health, with Netanyahu explicitly debunking death theories by referencing his physical hand gestures. Netanyahu also displayed a card listing high-ranking Iranian officials targeted by Israel, noting he had recently crossed off two names: Ali Larijani and Gholamreza Soleimani. The discussion shifted toward security and regional developments, emphasizing continued military and diplomatic coordination between the United States and Israel. Both parties reiterated their commitment to mutual cooperation in response to threats from Tehran. Ambassador Huckabee expressed Washington's ongoing support for Israel and the leadership of Netanyahu. The meeting was part of a broader series of high-level contacts amid rising tensions in the Middle East.