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Netanyahu Tells Cabinet Trump Urged Restraint on Iran, While IDF Says It Can Act Alone

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First reported by Ynet · Jun 11, 2026

What happened

Netanyahu told his cabinet that Trump urged restraint after Iran’s attack on Israel, but he rejected any rule that Israel responds only after fatalities. The IDF leadership said Israel can fight Iran alone if needed, while still preferring coordination with the United States.

  • 01Netanyahu said Trump asked, “Did they kill your people?” during a tense call.
  • 02The prime minister rejected limiting Israeli retaliation to cases with casualties.
  • 03Zamir said the IDF can sustain a major campaign alone against Iran.
  • 04Military Intelligence said Hezbollah and Iran’s regional strategy are under strain.
  • 05Israel still sees its military partnership with the United States as strategically vital.

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Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJun 12, 2026
Netanyahu Tells Cabinet Trump Urged Restraint on Iran, While IDF Says It Can Act Alone
Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewJun 12, 2026
Netanyahu Says Israel Is Not Subordinate to the U.S. After Tense Trump Call
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 11, 2026
Netanyahu Says Trump Urged Israel Not to Retaliate Against Iran

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