Netanyahu reportedly calls Trump daily to urge renewed Iran strikes
The Israeli Prime Minister is lobbying the US President for military action despite regional leaders pushing for a diplomatic solution.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been contacting US President Donald Trump on a daily basis to advocate for the restart of military operations against Iran, according to reports by the Financial Times, Moneycontrol, and WION.
The lobbying aims to secure renewed US-Israeli strikes intended to force the collapse of the Iranian regime. This push has reportedly met resistance from individuals within and outside the White House who wish to avoid further escalation.
Regional leaders, including those from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait, have urged Washington to prioritise negotiations. Trump noted on Truth Social that these countries prefer the status quo, specifically the current economic blockade of Iran, rather than a major military offensive.
Following a meeting with Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani on Monday, Trump indicated that fresh strikes appear unlikely. He stated there is positive momentum toward ending the conflict and noted that Iran's military capabilities have been weakened.
A draft proposal is currently being discussed where Iran would allow free shipping through the Strait of Hormuz if the US lifts its blockade on Iranian ports. Tehran has also requested the release of frozen overseas assets and a resumption of nuclear programme talks.
While Trump said the US remains ready to act if developments change, he suggested that further military action is unlikely if diplomatic progress continues.