TELAVIV: Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu vowed to defeat Iran with US support.
He spoke alongside US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Israel.
Netanyahu praised Trump’s leadership in confronting Iran.
Rubio said a nuclear Iran must never happen.
He linked Iran to Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iraqi militias.
Intelligence Warning
US intelligence warned Israel might strike Iran’s nuclear sites this year.
Such actions could escalate into a wider Middle East war.
Trump seeks peace with Tehran, clashing with Israel’s approach.
A US report says Israel wants regime change in Iran.
Netanyahu stressed alignment with Trump on Gaza policy.
Gaza Plan
Trump proposed displacing Palestinians and taking over Gaza.
His plan sparked protests but got Israeli government support.
Netanyahu confirmed prior knowledge of Trump’s proposal.
He called it the only viable Gaza solution.
Rubio defended Trump, saying the cycle must end.
Weapons Shipment
Rubio’s visit coincided with a US arms shipment to Israel.
The US sent MK-84 bombs after Trump lifted Biden’s restrictions.
Israel’s defense minister praised the delivery as crucial.
Biden had paused shipments over Gaza civilian casualties.
Critics argue the US should send aid, not weapons.
Ceasefire Talks
Three Israeli hostages were freed under a US-mediated deal.
Israel released hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in exchange.
Hamas accused Israel of violating the truce with airstrikes.
Netanyahu will discuss the next phase with his cabinet.
A US envoy expects more hostages to be released.
