Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu commented for the first time on US President Donald Trump’s statement regarding negotiations to end the war
He highlighted that he recently spoke with Trump, whom he considers a friend, and that the American president believes there is a real opportunity to use the significant achievements attained by the Israel Defense Forces and the US military to achieve the objectives of the conflict through an agreement.
Netanyahu emphasized that this agreement would need, above all, to preserve Israel’s vital interests.
At the same time, he stated that military operations remain active: Israel continues to attack targets in Iran and Lebanon, gradually destroying the Iranian missile and nuclear programs, and delivering heavy blows against Hezbollah.
The Prime Minister mentioned that, in recent days, two more scientists involved in the Iranian nuclear program were eliminated, and that further actions are expected.
He concluded by reaffirming that, in any scenario, Israel will defend its vital interests with complete determination.
Published in 03/23/2026 21h51
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