‘You might soon be left alone against Iran’: Trump’s warning to Netanyahu
US President Donald Trump reportedly warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against further military escalation, cautioning that Israel could find itself isolated in its confrontation
US President Donald Trump reportedly warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against further military escalation, cautioning that Israel could find itself isolated in its confrontation with Iran. "I told Bibi, 'You better be very careful with what you do because you might soon be left alone against Iran,'" Trump was quoted as saying by Israel's Channel 12. The warning came at a delicate moment as Washington worked to preserve a fragile ceasefire following a fresh round of missile exchanges between Israel and Iran. Ceasefire announced after renewed fighting Quick answers to key questions • 5 QUESTIONS 1 What did Trump warn Netanyahu about regarding military actions against Iran? ⌵ Trump warned Netanyahu to be cautious with military actions, stating that Israel might soon find itself alone in its confrontation with Iran. 2 Why did Netanyahu credit Trump for de-escalating Israel-Iran tensions? ⌵ Netanyahu credited Trump for his involvement in urging both sides to halt hostilities and for his role in efforts to preserve a fragile ceasefire. 3 How did the recent Israel-Iran conflict escalate before the ceasefire? ⌵ The conflict escalated when Iran launched missiles at Israel in retaliation for Israeli strikes on Beirut, leading to a direct exchange of fire between the two nations.
4 Should Israel continue military operations against Hezbollah despite the ceasefire with Iran? ⌵ Yes, Netanyahu confirmed that Israeli military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon would continue, even amidst the ceasefire with Iran. 5 What impact did the Israel-Iran conflict have on global oil prices? ⌵ The conflict contributed to rising global oil prices due to fears of disruptions in regional energy supplies resulting from the renewed hostilities. Both Israel and Iran announced on Monday (June 8) that they had halted military attacks after a brief but intense exchange of strikes threatened to reignite wider regional conflict. "Right now, the fire has been halted," Netanyahu said. However, the Israeli leader emphasized that Israel remains prepared to respond to any future attacks. "Israel has full right to self-defense, and we will exercise it to the full extent necessary," Netanyahu said, adding that his discussions with Trump had been conducted with "appreciation and respect." Iran's military also announced a halt to offensive operations but warned that any renewed attacks by Israel would trigger a forceful response. "Further aggression and hostile acts... will be met with much more severe and crushing measures than before," the Iranian military said in a statement.
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