Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reportedly been urging US President Donald Trump to restart military operations against Iran, even as Arab and Muslim leaders intensify diplomatic efforts to prevent another escalation in the region.
According to a report by the Financial Times, Netanyahu has been calling Trump daily to push for renewed attacks. However, officials within and outside the White House who oppose another military confrontation have been working to persuade the US president to prioritise negotiations.
“Netanyahu calls him every day [to urge him to resume the war]. Those who don’t want a war within the White House and outside have been trying to combat that,” a person briefed on the discussions told the newspaper. At least four regional leaders have reportedly contacted Trump in recent days, urging him to avoid fresh strikes and allow diplomatic efforts more time. They include Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
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The diplomatic push comes amid concerns that Washington could resume military action following last week’s US midterm elections.
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