Netanyahu vows Israel will help topple Iran regime soon
Netanyahu told CNBC regime change in Iran is essential to ending conflict, warning Tehran against aggression as ceasefire talks stall and fresh Persian Gulf attacks occur.
Speaking to CNBC, Netanyahu stated that while the ultimate resolution of the war with Iran remains an open question, the Israeli military and its American allies have significantly weakened the regime in Tehran, according to New York Post.
We have to help the Iranian people to bring down this regime, the prime minister said, though he acknowledged the timing of such change may not align perfectly with Israeli or American preferences.
Netanyahu’s remarks come as ceasefire negotiations have reached an impasse, with Iran launching fresh attacks in the Persian Gulf this week. The Israeli leader made clear that both Jerusalem and Washington stand ready to conduct additional military strikes should Tehran continue its provocations.
Trump Weighing Multiple Options
The prime minister revealed that President Trump is currently considering several strategic options regarding Iran, emphasizing that the American commander-in-chief is not someone who can be easily intimidated or manipulated.
Netanyahu cautioned Iranian leadership to carefully consider whether they truly want to face another round of coordinated military action from the United States and Israel. He noted that US forces remain prepared and positioned to respond, as New York Post reports.
President Trump himself told the outlet’s Miranda Devine on the Pod Force One podcast that ceasefire discussions are rapidly evolving, though he suggested the US naval blockade on Iran may need to continue through Labor Day.
US Military Action in Persian Gulf
CENTCOM confirmed that American forces shot down three one-way attack drones launched by Iran targeting civilian maritime vessels legally transiting regional waters. US military assets also conducted self-defense strikes against an Iranian military ground control station located on Qeshm Island.
Dismissing Reports of Rift
The Israeli leader also addressed speculation about tensions in his relationship with President Trump, including reports that the American president called him profanity-laced names during a phone conversation.
Netanyahu declined to discuss details of private conversations, noting he and Trump have spoken thousands of times. While acknowledging tactical disagreements between the two leaders, he insisted they consistently find resolution as close allies and friends.
The prime minister added with humor that if observers consider the current situation a crisis in US-Israel relations, they should witness some other international conversations.
With information from New York Post
