Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that any future agreement between the United States and Iran must fully dismantle Tehran’s nuclear infrastructure, not merely limit uranium enrichment. He said this position was clearly communicated to Donald Trump during their recent meeting, stressing that partial restrictions would leave dangerous capabilities intact.
Meanwhile, Netanyahu also spoke about Israel’s ongoing military operations, saying the country still needs to complete the task of eliminating tunnel networks in Gaza. He revealed that around 150 kilometres of tunnels have already been destroyed out of an estimated total of 500 kilometres, highlighting both progress and the scale of remaining challenges.
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At the same time, diplomatic efforts are gaining momentum as a second round of nuclear talks between the United States and Iran is scheduled for this week. Iranian officials are reportedly seeking a deal that brings economic relief, while Washington aims to prevent Tehran from advancing its nuclear programme further.
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However, Netanyahu expressed deep scepticism about the negotiations, insisting that any agreement must remove enriched nuclear material from Iran entirely. He argued that stopping enrichment alone is not enough, because the infrastructure itself allows future escalation if left untouched.
In addition, Netanyahu outlined a long-term plan to gradually end US military aid to Israel over the next decade, once the current $3.8 billion annual assistance deal expires in 2028. He said Israel’s growing economy makes it possible to shift from financial aid toward a stronger partnership based on shared defence interests.