Trump Says Eisenkot and Netanyahu Share Very Similar Views
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Gadi Eisenkot, tapped to form the next Israeli government, holds views very similar to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump, who previously endorsed Netanyahu, believes both leaders support his policies. He also claimed the U.S. had achieved its military goals against Iran and that preventing Tehran from obtaining nuclear weapons was a historic success.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Donald Trump believes Gadi Eisenkot and Benjamin Netanyahu share very similar political views.
- Trump previously endorsed Netanyahu and claimed his support helped him in the recent election.
- Eisenkot was tasked by President Herzog to form Israel's next government.
- Trump asserted that the U.S. has achieved its military objectives in its confrontation with Iran.
- He described preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons as a historically significant achievement.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump commented on the political situation in Israel, stating that Gadi Eisenkot, chairman of the National Unity Party, holds very similar political views to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump made these remarks to reporters before departing from Florida, noting that Eisenkot had also spoken favorably about him. While admitting he had not closely followed Israeli political developments, Trump expressed confidence that both candidates shared similar stances on his policies and supported his actions.
Trump's comments came after he had publicly endorsed Netanyahu twice prior to the Knesset elections held on October 27. Following the election, Trump claimed his support had helped Netanyahu improve his electoral standing. He posted on Truth Social that his endorsement shifted the election's trajectory from a potential crushing defeat for Netanyahu to a close contest or even a victory, attributing this comeback to his backing.
In a separate discussion with journalists, Trump also addressed the confrontation with Iran. He asserted that the U.S. had achieved its military objectives and the remaining decision was about when to conclude the operation. Trump stated, "We won in Iran. The only question is whether to end it now or later." He indicated that some neighboring countries preferred the status quo and emphasized that no American soldiers were killed or lost.
Trump explained that the U.S. could conduct further strikes immediately but preferred to avoid damaging infrastructure that would take a long time to repair, citing bridges and power stations as examples. He defended his decision to engage militarily with Iran, highlighting the prevention of Tehran acquiring nuclear weapons as a historically significant achievement. He warned that if Iran had obtained nuclear weapons, they would have used them due to their perceived irrationality.
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