"Perhaps after I finish this job, I will go to Israel, run for prime minister. According to a poll this morning, I received 99% support. That's too good," US President Donald Trump stated on 20/5.
It remains unclear which specific poll Trump referenced. The White House has not yet commented on the matter.
Benjamin Netanyahu currently serves as Israel's prime minister, a position he has held for multiple terms since 1996. Netanyahu has enjoyed strong backing from Trump, as the United States and Israel maintain an alliance in their campaign against Iran.
When questioned about discussions with the Israeli prime minister regarding the situation with Iran, Trump remarked, "He's fine. He's a very good person. He will do whatever I want."
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US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (right) at the White House on 4/2. Photo: AP |
US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (right) at the White House on 4/2. Photo: AP
However, contrary to Trump's assertion, CNN reported on the same day, citing informed sources, that he and the Israeli prime minister had a "tense phone call" concerning Iran. According to the sources, Netanyahu expressed clear disappointment over the US delaying an attack on Iran, calling it a "mistake" and urging Washington to proceed with the original plan.
An Israeli official indicated that clear differences emerged between the two leaders, as Trump sought to determine if a deal could still be reached, while Netanyahu awaited a different course of action.
Ngoc Anh (According to USA Today, Times of India)
