Netanyahu Discussed New Iran Military Operation With Trump Before Elections
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed launching a new military operation against Iran with U.S. President Donald Trump before upcoming elections, citing Iran's nuclear activities. Trump reportedly gave a non-committal response, telling Netanyahu to "prepare." The potential operation could influence Israeli and U.S. elections, with military forces on alert. Netanyahu has also reportedly suggested Trump initiated the discussion, a claim disputed by U.S. officials.
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- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed a new military operation against Iran with President Donald Trump.
- Netanyahu cited Iran's nuclear advancements as a reason for the proposed operation.
- Trump reportedly told Netanyahu to "go ahead and prepare" but gave no firm commitment.
- The potential operation could impact Israeli and U.S. elections scheduled for October and November.
- Military forces in Israel and the U.S. are reportedly on high alert and completing preparations.
- Netanyahu has reportedly claimed Trump initiated the discussion, which U.S. officials dispute.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu initiated discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump about launching a new, extensive military operation against Iran before upcoming elections in both countries, according to initial reports. Netanyahu reportedly spoke with Trump last week, citing Iran's concerning nuclear advancements as a primary reason for the proposed action. The timing of such an operation could significantly impact Israel's elections on October 27 and U.S. midterm elections on November 3.
While Trump has stated he would not attack Iran before the elections, the matter remains under consideration. U.S. Central Command and the IDF are reportedly on high alert and completing preparations in case Trump changes his mind. One American official indicated that Trump told Netanyahu to "go ahead and prepare" but offered no firm commitment, leaving the timeline ambiguous.
Initially, Trump appeared receptive to the idea, but his enthusiasm reportedly waned. Another American official noted that Trump's stance on the issue has been inconsistent. Earlier, the IDF Chief of Staff reportedly discussed the matter with the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dan Kaine, warning that an operation could lead to missile fire from Iran and potentially delay the elections.
U.S. officials believe Netanyahu sees a strategic advantage in being a wartime prime minister ahead of his own elections, especially given the upcoming U.S. midterms. However, Netanyahu has reportedly claimed to security officials that Trump, not he, initiated the discussion about renewing hostilities before the elections, a claim contradicted by American officials who state Netanyahu raised the issue. Both the White House and the Prime Minister's Office declined to comment.
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