Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said military strikes on Iran and Hezbollah will continue following talks with US President Donald Trump. He noted that recent military gains could be leveraged into a diplomatic agreement protecting Israel’s interests.
Israel Intensifies Offensive as Netanyahu, Trump Discuss Strategy and Possible Deal
Tel Aviv/Washington: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a major statement on Tuesday following his talks with US President Donald Trump. He stated that the military campaign against Hezbollah in Iran and Lebanon will continue, and that Israel will take all necessary steps to protect its interests.
Netanyahu stated in a video message shared on the social media platform X that Trump believes the US and Israeli military buildup can be transformed into a diplomatic agreement, one that protects Israel's security interests. However, he clarified that Israel will not compromise its interests under any circumstances.
מוקדם יותר היום שוחחתי עם ידידנו הנשיא טראמפ.
הנשיא טראמפ מאמין שיש סיכוי למנף את ההישגים הכבירים שהשגנו עם צבא ארה"ב, כדי לממש את יעדי המלחמה בהסכם - הסכם שישמור על האינטרסים החיוניים שלנו.
במקביל, אנחנו ממשיכים לתקוף גם באיראן וגם בלבנון. אנחנו כותשים את תוכנית הטילים… pic.twitter.com/EHG9geofkl
— Benjamin Netanyahu - בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) March 23, 2026
The Israeli Prime Minister stated that ongoing attacks are weakening Iran's missile and nuclear programs, while also inflicting significant damage on Hezbollah. He claimed that two Iranian nuclear scientists were recently killed, and that the operation is not over yet.
Netanyahu's comments come at a time when Trump claimed positive talks with an unnamed Iranian official. This development comes after the US previously issued an ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
The US had warned Iran that if it did not reopen the Strait of Hormuz, military action could be taken against its power plants. However, this ultimatum has been postponed for now, indicating that efforts to find a diplomatic solution are ongoing.
The escalating tensions in West Asia are having a global impact. This is directly impacting energy supplies, oil prices, and international security. Experts believe that if a solution is not found soon, this crisis could deepen.
Statements by Trump and Netanyahu clearly indicate that while military action is ongoing, diplomatic avenues are also being explored. In such a situation, it will be important to see in the coming days whether this tension escalates into war or moves towards an agreement.
