Admiral Brad Cooper, commander of the United States Central Command, is scheduled to visit Israel tomorrow for meetings with senior officials amid rising tensions in the region. Reports indicate that Cooper recently visited Syria to assess ceasefire compliance and met with leaders in Iraq's Kurdistan region. In addition, White House adviser Jared Kushner and special envoy Steve Witkoff are expected to arrive in Israel for talks with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, focusing on the situation in Gaza, efforts to secure the return of the last remaining hostage, and potential discussions about Iran. Cooper's visit marks his second official trip to Israel since taking command.
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