Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to visit Washington on Wednesday to persuade President Donald Trump to take a tougher approach towards Tehran concerning Iran's missile program and Israel's security. Netanyahu's visit comes shortly after discussions between the U.S. and Iran took place in Oman, indicating a sense of urgency on Israel's part to address concerns about Iran's military capabilities. The Israeli government has long been anxious about Iran's growing influence in the region and its potential to develop missile technologies that could threaten national security.

During his discussions with Trump, Netanyahu is expected to emphasize the necessity for any agreements made during U.S.-Iran negotiations to include significant restrictions on Iran’s missile program and any support for militant groups across the Middle East. The Israeli Prime Minister's requests highlight the broader concerns Israel has regarding Iran's regional ambitions, especially in the wake of nuclear discussions that may neglect other aspects of Iranian military power.

Iran, on the other hand, aims for the conversations to focus primarily on its nuclear program, asserting its rights to uranium enrichment for peaceful purposes. The contrasting priorities between Israel, the U.S., and Iran illustrate the complex geopolitical tensions stemming from the ongoing negotiations and the critical nature of Netanyahu's upcoming discussions with Trump, as both parties seek to navigate a delicate landscape of security and diplomacy.