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Netanyahu Urges Trump to Tighten Siege on Iran Ahead of Sanctions
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu directly urged U.S. President Donald Trump to intensify pressure on Iran before new sanctions. Netanyahu expressed skepticism about a diplomatic deal with Iran, calling them 'those savages.' The remarks occurred during a high-level meeting in Washington.
Netanyahu told Trump to 'tighten the siege' on Iran as part of preparations for expanded U.S. sanctions. The Times of Israel reported the exchange, citing Netanyahu's direct communication with Trump. Netanyahu also expressed doubts about the feasibility of a deal with Iran, referring to the country as 'those savages.' The remarks were made during a meeting in Washington, D.C., on August 26, 2026.
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IndependentThe Times of IsraelAug 26, 09:40 PM
Netanyahu says he told Trump to 'tighten the siege' on Iran ahead of fresh sanctions - The Times of IsraelNetanyahu says he told Trump to 'tighten the siege' on Iran ahead of fresh sanctions The Times of Israel
IndependentThe Times of IsraelAug 26, 01:54 PM
Netanyahu says he urged Trump to consider 'tighter siege' on Iran ahead of expanded US sanctions, doubts possibility of deal with 'those savages' - The Times of IsraelNetanyahu says he urged Trump to consider 'tighter siege' on Iran ahead of expanded US sanctions, doubts possibility of deal with 'those savages' The Times of Israel