Netanyahu Claims Trump Endorsement Was Surprise, Denies Seeking It
Summarized from Israel National News by baba
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Arutz Sheva that U.S. President Donald Trump's endorsement of his candidacy was unexpected and that he never sought it. Netanyahu stated he learned of the endorsement as a surprise and recounted a conversation where Trump said he wrote the statement himself. The Prime Minister contrasted this with support for his rival, Gadi Eisenkot, from Arab party leaders, and highlighted his partnership with Trump against Iran.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated U.S. President Donald Trump's endorsement was a complete surprise.
- Netanyahu denied reports that he actively sought Trump's public support before the Knesset elections.
- He recounted a conversation where Trump said he personally wrote the endorsement statement.
- Netanyahu contrasted Trump's support for him with backing for rival Gadi Eisenkot from Arab leaders.
- He described Trump as a trusted partner in confronting Iran.
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