Netanyahu Urges Trump to Resume War Against Iran, Israel Prepares

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly pressuring U.S. President Donald Trump to resume military action against Iran, expressing concerns that current negotiations may not lead to escalation. The conversation between the two leaders was described as direct and candid, according to Israeli and American sources cited by Israeli Channel 12. Netanyahu is said to be pushing for renewed conflict after the U.S. midterm elections on November 3, fearing that Trump might allow negotiations to conclude without intervention.

Netanyahu's stance aligns with his election campaign, which framed Iran as an existential threat that he and Trump could decisively address. This pressure also comes amid his efforts to form a government following Israel's September 27 elections and to prevent opposition parties, led by Gadi Eisenkot, from forming a coalition.

In parallel, Israel has been engaged in discussions with Gulf nations, particularly those under the Abraham Accords, regarding the potential for renewed conflict with Iran. Senior Israeli military officials also met with U.S. Central Command counterparts for security coordination. There is an understanding in Israel that Trump could order a resumption of hostilities against Iran within days, though Israeli officials are pessimistic about diplomatic breakthroughs.

Israel has completed its preparations for a potential military campaign, including offensive and air defense systems. Dozens of U.S. transport and refueling aircraft have arrived in the region, landing at Israeli bases like Ovda and Nevatim. The Israeli military remains on alert but awaits political directives.

Meanwhile, Qatari mediators have been in continuous talks with Iranian officials, attempting to prevent a war and facilitate direct U.S.-Iran negotiations post-election. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that no agreement has been reached yet, pending U.S. responses to Iran's questions. He emphasized Iran's hope for a rational diplomatic path.

Iran has warned that any new war with the U.S. could be longer than previous conflicts, with Iran, not the U.S., dictating its end. Trump had previously stated that while significant Iranian nuclear capabilities were destroyed, some sites still require attention. In a related development, Israel's Ministry of Education updated its emergency preparedness guidelines for educational institutions, stressing these are routine updates and do not indicate new security developments.