Israeli Minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich met with United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Washington DC to discuss key regional issues. The conversation focused on the disarmament of Hamas, the demilitarization of the Gaza Strip, and the ongoing efforts to ensure Israel's security. Both officials explored ways to expand the Abraham Accords and considered practical steps to further their shared objectives. Smotrich described the meeting as warm and highlighted the potential for future economic and regional cooperation between the two countries.