Netanyahu Says War Will End Only When Iranian Regime Falls or Abandons Nuclear Program

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated in a Fox News interview that the ongoing conflict will conclude only when the Iranian regime collapses or weakens enough to abandon its nuclear ambitions. He emphasized that "the Iranian nuclear program must end, with or without an agreement." Netanyahu is scheduled to travel to Washington on Monday to attend the funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham, following an invitation from U.S. President Donald Trump. The day after the funeral, Netanyahu will meet with Trump. The Prime Minister’s Office announced that journalists will not be allowed to join Netanyahu’s flight on the Wing of Zion aircraft, but those wishing to attend the visit independently can register online.

A White House official recently confirmed that Netanyahu plans to use his visit to meet with President Trump during the funeral events at the Capitol, though the exact timing of the meeting has not yet been finalized. Earlier this month, Netanyahu and Trump spoke, with Netanyahu congratulating the U.S. on its 250th Independence Day and describing the United States as a "guarantor of global freedom." Both leaders agreed to meet soon, highlighting the close ties between Israel and the U.S.