Netanyahu must navigate Trump's transactional approach to Israel as he faces hard choices on Trump's Saudi diplomacy goals. The initial appointments related to national security and foreign relations look hawkish and are filled with politicians known for their positive opinions about Israel. However, the appointments also reflect the personal loyalty that Trump expects from his appointees, which may apply to relations with Netanyahu as well. The transactional nature of Trump's politics and his potential grand deal that includes Saudi Arabia may challenge Netanyahu's commitments to his right-wing base and the potential diplomatic wrath of a president known for taking things personally. Netanyahu will have to make difficult decisions and read the tea leaves correctly to seize diplomatic opportunities and wind down conflicts before they cause more harm than good.