Netanyahu says no diplomatic deal possible with Iran ‘savages’
Israel's leader Benjamin Netanyahu has long been sceptical of diplomacy with Iran, but he has been publicly careful not to criticise the US president while he sought a negotiated settlement.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed doubt on Tuesday that a diplomatic agreement could be reached with Iran, referring to the Iranian government as "savages." He praised US President Donald Trump for implementing an aggressive economic pressure campaign against the country. During a recent meeting with Trump, Netanyahu discussed the potential for diplomacy with Iran, but expressed skepticism about the possibility of reaching an agreement.
Netanyahu has been critical of previous nuclear deals involving Iran and has advocated for a more confrontational approach. Trump, in his speech, declared an "economic D-Day" to weaken Iran's economy, which has already been under the impact of years of sanctions. However, Trump's stance on resuming a full-scale war remains uncertain, despite his frustration with Iran's refusal to accept his demands.
Netanyahu's comments come amid tension between the US and Iran, with Iran supporting anti-Israel groups like Hezbollah and Hamas.
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