US President Donald Trump held a phone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday night, focusing on American military movements in the Gulf region and broader strategic alignment.
The call, confirmed by the Prime Minister’s Office, underscores the ongoing high-stakes coordination between Washington and Jerusalem amid renewed US strikes on Iran.
During the discussion, Netanyahu reportedly cautioned Trump against approving a pending F-35 fighter jet deal with Turkey.
During the discussion, Netanyahu reportedly cautioned Trump against approving a pending F-35 fighter jet deal with Turkey.
This diplomatic friction highlights the complex web of alliances and security concerns shaping US foreign policy in the Middle East, even as the two nations navigate immediate military operations.
The conversation comes against a backdrop of escalating tensions, with previous reports indicating Trump has advised Netanyahu to restrict military operations in Lebanon to targeted strikes.
The US President has also publicly criticized Israel’s actions in Beirut, urging a halt to attacks, marking a sharp escalation in diplomatic pressure.