World

Netanyahu says he and Donald Trump 'see eye to eye' on Iran

November 11, 2024
President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shake hands at the Israel museum in Jerusalem, Tuesday, May 23, 2017
President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shake hands at the Israel museum in Jerusalem, Tuesday, May 23, 2017

TEHRAN — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that he and US President-elect Donald Trump see "eye to eye on the Iranian threat".

Netanyahu revealed that he had spoken with Trump three times in recent days, describing their discussions as "very good and important."

He emphasized their shared understanding of the Iranian threat, acknowledging the various dangers it poses.

Tensions between Israel and Iran remain high, with no sign of de-escalation. Israel is also engaged in ongoing conflicts with Iranian-backed proxies in Iraq and Yemen, while the threat posed by Iran's nuclear program continues to be a significant concern for Israel.

In a separate statement, Netanyahu discussed an antisemitic attack in Amsterdam targeting fans of the Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer team. Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof expressed his "shame" over the incident, and Netanyahu called for the harsh punishment of the attackers.

Following the incident, Amsterdam police launched a large-scale investigation into the violent 'hit and run' assaults carried out by youth gangs, reportedly encouraged by social media calls to target Jewish individuals.

Five people were treated for injuries at local hospitals, and more than 60 suspects were arrested.

Prosecutors in Amsterdam confirmed that four suspects, including two minors, remained in custody on Saturday, with arraignments set for the following week. They also stated that further arrests are expected as investigators review video footage of the attacks.

Before the match, it was reported that Israeli football fans had torn a Palestinian flag, chanted anti-Arab slogans and started fights. — Euronews


November 11, 2024
110 views
HIGHLIGHTS
World
7 hours ago

Kuwait grants benefits to individuals stripped of citizenship

World
7 hours ago

Israel probe says army actions led to killing of six hostages by Hamas

World
7 hours ago

Owner and architect of Turkey quake collapse hotel jailed