Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has made a bold and controversial statement, declaring that Israel is prepared to strike Iran’s nuclear facilities with or without support from former U.S. President Donald Trump or any other foreign power. His remarks come amid growing tensions in the Middle East and renewed concerns over Iran’s nuclear program.
Speaking in a high-level security briefing, Netanyahu emphasized that Israel would not seek approval from Washington or any international body before taking military action. “We will achieve all our objectives and hit all of Iran’s nuclear facilities. We have the capability to do that. Whether Trump wants to join or not is entirely his decision,” Netanyahu stated.
This declaration signals a potentially significant shift in Israeli strategy, as the country has historically coordinated closely with the United States on matters related to Iran. Netanyahu’s firm stance appears to underline Israel’s readiness to act unilaterally if it perceives an existential threat from Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
The comments come amid reports of increased Iranian uranium enrichment and growing concerns from international watchdogs that Tehran may be edging closer to weapons-grade nuclear capabilities. Iran has repeatedly insisted its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes, but Israel remains unconvinced, pointing to Iran’s past violations of international agreements and regional destabilization efforts.
Observers say Netanyahu’s statement may be aimed at both domestic and international audiences — projecting strength to Israeli voters while sending a deterrent message to Tehran. However, the blunt dismissal of U.S. cooperation or approval could strain diplomatic ties, especially at a time when Washington is seeking to stabilize its role in the region.
So far, U.S. officials have not publicly responded to Netanyahu’s remarks, and it remains unclear how this position will affect ongoing diplomatic efforts.
With tensions simmering and military rhetoric escalating, analysts warn that any unilateral action by Israel could spark a wider conflict in the Middle East — one that may quickly draw in other global powers, regardless of their initial stance.
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