Trump warns Netanyahu: 'Be careful, or you'll be all alone'

Former U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, advising him to exercise caution regarding further military action against Iran. Trump suggested that Netanyahu could find himself isolated if he persists with escalating the conflict without American support.

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Bibi, you better be careful. Otherwise, you're going to be all by yourself.

According to the Axios report, Trump stated in a phone interview that he had personally intervened to prevent a full-scale war between Israel and Iran. He claimed that leaders from five Middle Eastern countries had contacted him, urging him to restrain Netanyahu, as they desired a negotiated settlement. Trump also mentioned that Iran had conveyed a message to the U.S. indicating they would cease attacks if Israel reciprocated.

Trump recounted his conversation with Netanyahu, reportedly saying, "Bibi [Netanyahu's nickname], you better be careful. Otherwise, you're going to be all by yourself." The report indicates that following this call, Israel canceled plans for a significant airstrike against Iran, which had been prepared for the previous day. Israeli sources suggested that Trump had urged restraint, implying that a U.S.-led strike might occur if negotiations failed.

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We received calls from five Middle Eastern countries asking us to tell Netanyahu to hold back. These countries want the agreement we are negotiating.

However, Netanyahu reportedly expressed reservations, arguing that not responding to Iranian attacks could signal weakness to Iran. The situation highlights a growing divergence in strategic interests between the U.S. and Israel, with one U.S. official suggesting Netanyahu needs to continue the war for political survival, while Trump seeks an end to the conflict for his own political standing.

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The goal is to end the war and ensure stable security, but we do not have any trust in the other party (the United States).