Axios: Netanyahu discussed joint strike on Iran with Trump before Israeli election

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu briefed US President Donald Trump on what he described as dangerous recent developments in Iran’s nuclear programme, amid rising tensions between Washington and Tehran, the US news website Axios reported, citing informed sources.

Trump and Netanyahu discussed the possibility of launching a joint military strike on Iran before Israel’s election, according to the sources. The US and Israeli militaries have also stepped up their alert levels and military preparations in recent weeks.

The developments come as uncertainty continues over Washington’s next move towards Iran, amid reports of military preparations for a possible resumption of operations.

It remains unclear whether Trump and Netanyahu have made a final decision to launch a joint attack or set a date for any such operation.

The reported discussions point to closer security and military coordination between Washington and Tel Aviv over Iran, while the next steps will depend on political decisions and developments on the ground.

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