'I'm calling Netanyahu to tell him not to retaliate for Iran's missile attacks': Trump
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At a glance
- U.S. President Donald Trump stated he would urge Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to retaliate against Iran's missile attacks.
- Trump believes Iran should return to negotiations, suggesting a deal was imminent before the attacks.
- Iran launched missiles at Israel, marking the first such attack since an April 8 ceasefire, with Israeli defense systems intercepting the projectiles.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced his intention to call Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and advise him against retaliating for Iran's recent missile attacks. Trump expressed his belief that Iran needs to "get back to the table and make a deal." He suggested that a potential agreement was very close to being signed, possibly within the coming week, but that the missile launches complicate these efforts. "You've shot your missiles, that's enough. Get back to the table and make a deal," Trump told Fox News. The missile attacks from Iran targeted Israel on Monday, representing the first instance of Iranian missile aggression since a ceasefire was established on April 8. Sirens sounded across several Israeli regions as the country's defense systems engaged the incoming threats. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed the launch and the active interception of missiles. The Home Front Command issued safety directives to the public, advising residents to enter protected spaces and remain there until further announcements. According to initial reports from Euro News, no casualties or damage have been confirmed thus far from the attack. The Israeli Air Force (IAF) also confirmed the missile launches and the ongoing defensive operations.
I'm calling Netanyahu to tell him not to retaliate for Iran's missile attacks.
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