Netanyahu: Israel and US share identical goals, prepared for any scenario
Netanyahu: Israel and US share identical goals, prepared for any scenario
Israel and the U.S. align on removing Iran's enriched material and reopening maritime routes, as Netanyahu says their goals are identical amid strikes near Bint Jbeil.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Wednesday that Israel and the United States share identical goals in the ongoing confrontation with Iran, and are prepared for any scenario. He noted that the U.S. has kept Israel informed about its contacts with Tehran, and that both countries seek the removal of enriched material, an end to Iran’s enrichment capabilities, and the reopening of key maritime routes.
In the meantime, Israeli forces have pressed operations in southern Lebanon, focused on Bint Jbeil, a Hezbollah stronghold that has long symbolized the group’s resistance since the 2006 war. Officials described the area as near a turning point as troops close in on the town.
The fighting comes as Israel has conducted extensive strikes against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. Reports indicate more than 200 Hezbollah targets were struck in the last 24 hours as Jerusalem pursues direct negotiations with Beirut in Washington.
Diplomatic talks in Washington last week have been described as historic, with security discussions intensifying as the region grapples with the broader confrontation between Israel and Iran. Observers say the interplay of military actions and diplomacy could shape a fragile balance in southern Lebanon.
The evolving sequence of strikes and talks underscores the complexity of regional security, where even measured steps could have rapid consequences for civilians and for hopes of a broader settlement.
