Netanyahu Tells Trump Israel Ready to Strike Iran Even Without US

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has informed US President Donald Trump that Israel is prepared to strike Iran even without the involvement of the United States, reports the Washington Post, citing officials.

It is reported that Netanyahu urged Trump to initiate war with Iran during visits to the White House in December and February. “Netanyahu has signaled his desire to attack Iran's ballistic missile program in the coming weeks. The Prime Minister stated that Israel would be ready to strike Iran with or without US participation, although he wanted Trump to endorse the operation,” the publication states.