US Israel Iran War Latest Update: US President Donald Trump on Thursday said the United States had “ended the war with Iran,” adding that Tehran had agreed not to pursue nuclear weapons under the emerging framework. Speaking during a virtual tele-rally for Georgia Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, Trump said preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear capability had been the central goal of US policy and described the outcome as a major achievement for Washington. He further linked the development to ongoing diplomatic progress, suggesting that military escalation was being replaced by negotiations aimed at a formal agreement.
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US Israel Iran War Latest Update: Netanyahu Reportedly Caught Off Guard by Trump’s Iran Announcement
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was reportedly surprised after President Donald Trump abruptly cancelled planned US military strikes on Iran and signaled that a diplomatic agreement with Tehran could be finalized within days. According to Axios, Netanyahu was not informed in advance before the announcement was made publicly.
As quoted in the report, “Netanyahu was not warned in advance, and he was caught off guard when Trump released his initial statement on the deal,” highlighting a communication gap between the two allies. The development also reflects widening differences between Washington and Tel Aviv over Iran policy, with the US leaning toward diplomacy while Israel continues to support military pressure.
US Israel Iran War Latest Update: Trump Cancels Strikes and Claims Progress on Iran Framework
President Donald Trump confirmed that he had cancelled planned strikes on Iran after receiving signals that Tehran was ready to advance a draft framework agreement. In a post on Truth Social, he stated, “Based on the fact that discussions with the Islamic Republic of Iran have been brought to the highest level of Iranian leadership and approved, I have, as President of the United States of America, cancelled the scheduled strikes and bombings against Iran this evening,”
The proposed framework reportedly includes extending a ceasefire, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and restarting negotiations over Iran’s nuclear programme. Trump later told supporters that the United States had effectively “ended the war with Iran” and claimed Tehran had agreed not to develop or acquire nuclear weapons.
US Israel Iran War Latest Update: Israel Reacts After Being Left Out of US-Iran Coordination
Israeli officials were reportedly taken by surprise, with Netanyahu learning of the development only after Trump’s public statement, according to Axios sources. While Israel later welcomed assurances that any final deal would address Iran’s nuclear programme, officials acknowledged that the lack of prior consultation exposed ongoing diplomatic friction. The Israeli Prime Minister’s office later said in a post on X, “President Trump spoke this evening with Prime Minister Netanyahu regarding the emerging memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Iran to enter into negotiations,”
It further added,”Even though Israel is not a party to the memorandum of understanding, the Prime Minister expressed his appreciation for President Trump’s commitment that the final agreement at the conclusion of negotiations will include the removal of enriched material, the dismantling of enrichment infrastructure, limits on missile production, and the cessation of Iran’s support for its terrorist proxies in the region,”
US Israel Iran War Latest Update: Longstanding Israeli Concerns Over Iran Diplomacy
For months, Netanyahu has remained skeptical about diplomatic engagement with Iran. Israeli officials argue that Tehran uses negotiations to delay action while continuing to strengthen its military capabilities and support regional proxy groups.
Reports from CNN and Axios indicate that Netanyahu had urged Trump to maintain military pressure and proceed with planned strikes rather than pause for diplomacy. In a recent phone call, he reportedly warned that delays would allow Iran to continue what he described as diplomatic “foot-dragging.” Israel’s position remains that sustained military pressure is the only way to force meaningful concessions from Tehran.
US Israel Iran War Latest Update: Strains in Trump–Netanyahu Relationship Over Regional Strategy
Although both leaders publicly maintain strong ties, recent months have seen growing differences over Middle East strategy. One major point of tension involved Israeli military actions in Lebanon, which Trump reportedly believed were complicating broader diplomatic efforts.
Trump said after a phone call, “I was a little bit perturbed at his constantly fighting with Lebanon.” He also emphasized cooperation despite differences, stating, “We’ve worked very well together. I like Bibi a lot. And I work very well with him,” Netanyahu, meanwhile, downplayed the disagreement, calling it a matter of tactics, “Sometimes we have tactical disagreements. But we always find a way to work them out,” He reaffirmed that both leaders remain aligned on preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
US Israel Iran War Latest Update: Trump Asserts US Control Over Iran Negotiations
The latest developments also highlight a shift in decision-making authority on Iran policy. Trump has made clear that the United States will lead negotiations, regardless of Israeli objections. In an interview with the Financial Times, he stated, “He won’t have any choice. I call the shots. He doesn’t call the shots,” The comment reinforced Washington’s intent to independently shape its diplomatic approach, marking a departure from past US-Israel coordination on Iran strategy.
US Israel Iran War Latest Update: Iran Responds Cautiously to US Claims
Despite Trump’s optimistic statements, Iran has not confirmed any final agreement. Foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei described reports of a deal as “mere speculation” and said Tehran has not reached a final decision.
He noted that Qatar and Pakistan are acting as mediators but said US actions have complicated negotiations. Baghaei said, “From the beginning, the status of the negotiations was clear to us, and a large portion of the text had already been finalised. However, the Americans kept changing their positions.” He added, “Iran has proven that it does not compromise on what it has defined as its red lines” and confirmed, “So far, Iran has not reached a final decision regarding any agreement.”
US Israel Iran War Latest Update: What Happens Next in US-Iran Talks?
Trump has suggested that a memorandum of understanding could be signed in Europe within days, with Vice President JD Vance expected to lead the US delegation. He said, “We just made a great settlement of the war with Iran, and we’re going to be subject to finalisation of documents. We should get done over the next few days. We’ll probably have a signing, maybe in Europe.”
He also reiterated that Iran has agreed not to pursue nuclear weapons in any form,”They will not have a nuclear weapon. They’ve agreed to that. There will be no… They will not only not have, they will not purchase, develop in any way, shape, or form a nuclear weapon. They will not have a nuclear weapon.” Trump described the potential agreement as beneficial for both the United States and the broader Middle East, adding that it could also help Iran rebuild its economy and stabilize the region.
