Netanyahu says relationship with Trump is 'excellent,' US has no greater ally than Israel

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asserted that Israel and the United States maintain an "excellent relationship," emphasizing that no nation is a greater ally to the U.S. than Israel, and vice versa. Speaking in an interview with Fox News, Netanyahu stated that he and U.S. President Donald Trump generally agree on most matters, likening their occasional disagreements to those within a close friendship or family.

Netanyahu specifically addressed the issue of Iran, denying that the U.S. and Israel have differing goals regarding Tehran's nuclear program. He affirmed that both nations are "set on the same goal" of preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, which includes dismantling enrichment sites and removing nuclear material. Netanyahu believes that Trump's approach, influenced by recent joint military operations, favors achieving these objectives through negotiation and pressure.

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In 99% of cases we see eye to eye. But like in every family, and like in every close friendship, there are sometimes disagreements, and we discuss them openly.

Despite any potential U.S.-Iran agreements, Netanyahu reiterated his commitment to preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons as long as he remains Prime Minister. His remarks underscore a consistent stance on Iran's nuclear ambitions, aiming to ensure regional stability.

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We want to see Iran give up its nuclear weapons program. We want to see the nuclear enriched material removed. We want to see the enrichment sites for nuclear material dismantled.