Trump tells Netanyahu he expects a landslide win for Likud in upcoming election
Donald Trump praised Benjamin Netanyahu in a phone call, saying the Israeli leader will achieve a “tremendous victory” in the forthcoming Knesset vote.
President Donald Trump spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling him a “great warrior” and expressing confidence that Netanyahu will secure a “tremendous victory” in the upcoming Knesset election on Oct. 27. Trump’s remarks emphasized a shared resolve to eliminate the Iranian threat permanently. Netanyahu responded by thanking Trump for an “extraordinary endorsement” and urging supporters to vote for Likud.
He also reiterated the partnership’s goal of preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. The exchange was posted on social media platforms, with both leaders using the moment to rally their bases ahead of the vote.
Why it matters
The endorsement could sway voter sentiment in Israel’s pivotal election and affect US-Israel policy on Iran.
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