Politics & Diplomacy
Netanyahu waits for Trump to green-light Iran strikes after US midterms
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's ability to pressure Washington into resuming military action against Iran faces uncertainty as Israel's political deadlock persists, with the outcome now hinging on the US midterm elections, Al-Monitor reported. Netanyahu's diplomatic leverage in securing American support for strikes remains constrained by his weakened domestic position following recent Israeli elections.
The timing creates a critical juncture: Netanyahu cannot move forward without backing from the incoming US administration, while his own political standing at home limits his negotiating power. The outcome of America's vote will determine whether the Israeli leader can pursue the confrontation with Iran he has sought.
