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Netanyahu Asked Trump to Strike Iran Before Elections: Report
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly asked U.S. President Donald Trump to strike Iran before upcoming Israeli elections, citing new Iranian nuclear steps. Trump requested preparations but did not approve the strike, leaving his position unclear.
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What happened
- 01Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asked President Donald Trump to strike Iran before Israeli elections, citing nuclear concerns.
- 02Trump requested preparations but did not approve the strike, leaving his final decision pending.
- 03The IDF and U.S. Central Command are continuing preparations for a potential strike.
- 04There are concerns that an Iranian missile attack could disrupt the Israeli elections.
- 05U.S. officials believe Netanyahu's political strength during wartime may influence the timing.
- 06Netanyahu and U.S. officials reportedly differ on who initiated the idea of a pre-election strike.
The IDF and U.S. Central Command are preparing for a potential operation, while concerns exist about election disruptions and Netanyahu's political motivations.
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