Minister Zohar Claims Trump Initially Feared Iran Conflict
Translated & summarized from i24NEWS by baba
Israeli Minister Miki Zohar is heard in a leaked recording claiming that former U.S. President Donald Trump initially feared the conflict with Iran. The recording, made during the early days of "Operation Iron Swords," features Zohar telling Minister Chaim Katz that Trump "feared a little" at first. Zohar had previously expressed that Israel was too cautious in its actions against Iran due to U.S. pressure.
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- Minister Miki Zohar claims Donald Trump initially feared the Iran conflict, according to a leaked recording.
- The recording was made early in "Operation Iron Swords" during a conversation with Minister Chaim Katz.
- Zohar stated Trump told Iran it was "too late to talk" when they sought negotiations.
- Katz called Trump a "paper tiger," a sentiment Zohar agreed with.
- Zohar has previously criticized Israel's cautious approach to Iran due to U.S. demands.
Israeli Minister Miki Zohar is heard in a newly revealed recording expressing his belief that former U.S. President Donald Trump was initially fearful regarding the conflict with Iran. The recording, obtained by i24NEWS correspondent Amiel Yarhi, was made during the early stages of Operation "Iron Swords." In the conversation with Minister Chaim Katz, Zohar stated that Trump initially "feared a little" but later saw the impending victory. Katz responded by calling Trump a "paper tiger," to which Zohar agreed.
Zohar's remarks suggest a shift in Trump's stance, as he is also quoted in the recording saying that Trump told Iran it was "too late to talk" when they attempted to negotiate. Katz commented that Trump "smells the victory."
This is not the first time Zohar has commented on Israel's approach to Iran and U.S. influence. Prior to the current conflict, Zohar had publicly stated on several occasions that he believed Israel was too hesitant in its actions against Iran due to American demands.
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