Trump Declares Full Support for Netanyahu Ahead of Israeli Elections

By ברק רביד

Translated & summarized from Mako by baba

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Former U.S. President Donald Trump publicly endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of the upcoming elections, calling him a "great prime minister and fighter." Trump stated he had planned the endorsement for some time but waited for the opportune moment, citing their strong relationship. The declaration disappointed Netanyahu's rivals, who had sought U.S. neutrality. Trump's support comes amid reports of discussions between him and Netanyahu regarding a potential military operation against Iran.

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Donald Trump endorsed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the upcoming Israeli elections.
Trump stated he had planned the endorsement for some time but waited for the right moment.
The former U.S. President cited his "good relationship" with Netanyahu as a reason for support.
Netanyahu's political rivals expressed disappointment with Trump's public declaration.
Trump's endorsement follows discussions about a potential military operation against Iran.

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Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced his unequivocal support for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the upcoming Israeli elections, calling him a "great prime minister and fighter." Trump revealed in an exclusive interview with Channel 12 News that he had been planning to endorse Netanyahu for some time but wanted to avoid doing so too early. He stated that his decision was driven by their "good relationship" and the desire to "continue doing good things together," adding, "Why take a risk?" if he could potentially work with another leader.

The endorsement came as a disappointment to Netanyahu's rivals, who had reportedly urged the White House to remain neutral. Despite previously expressing frustration with Netanyahu over the October 7th failures and his perceived damage to Israel's international standing, Trump ultimately decided to back the prime minister.

Some of Trump's closest advisors had suggested that a different Israeli leader might better serve U.S. interests in the Middle East. However, Trump's public declaration signals his commitment to Netanyahu. The timing of the announcement, just over two weeks before the U.S. midterm elections, also comes after reports that Trump and Netanyahu had discussed a potential large-scale military operation against Iran before both elections. Trump's statement appears to hint at a possible renewal of conflict with Iran after the U.S. elections.