Palm Beach:For the first time, U.S. President Donald Trump has spoken about the appointment of Gadi Eisenkot, head of the "Yeshar!" party, to form the Israeli government. Trump remarked that Eisenkot's political positions are not significantly different from those of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, amidst their competition to lead the government.
According to Maan News Agency, Trump addressed reporters at Palm Beach Airport in Florida, noting that Eisenkot and Netanyahu generally agree on their views and have both praised him. Trump stated, "Their policies are very similar. Eisenkot said nice things about me and confirmed that he admires Trump, but I didn't fully understand what was going on. There is a clear rivalry between him and Netanyahu, and we will see how things turn out."
In an interview with CBS's "60 Minutes," Trump discussed the U.S. midterm elections and the Republican Party's defeat, attributing the loss to the war with Iran, rising fuel prices, and growing anti-Israel sentiment in American society. He emphasized that Americans have not accepted the war or high gasoline prices, and there is a strong aversion to Israel.
Trump also spoke on the nuclear agreement with Iran, stating that Israel and countries protected by the U.S. should bear war costs. He claimed that Israel's existence is owed to the U.S., highlighting past military actions against Iran's nuclear sites. Despite discussions of war, Trump sees no justification for resuming military operations against Iran.
On questions about Iran's nuclear capabilities, Trump stated that their facilities had been destroyed, with remaining parts "buried under thousands of tons of rock." He reiterated that nations protected by Washington should compensate the U.S. for war expenses, linking Israel's survival to American support.
Trump was also questioned about the U.S.'s role in Israeli attacks on Iran, stating that further military action was possible but that there were others ready to proceed. He concluded with reflections on his experience making deals, emphasizing his success in business and politics.
Source Maan News Agency