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Netanyahu Urged Trump to Hold Off on Iran Attack - Report

Published January 15, 2026, 21:03
Netanyahu Urged Trump to Hold Off on Iran Attack - Report

According to a New York Times report, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called US President Donald Trump, asking him to postpone a potential military strike against Iran. This move followed Trump's statement that he received information indicating the killing of protesters in Iran had stopped. Despite initial indications of imminent US military action, Trump reportedly decided to pursue diplomatic pressure instead. Simultaneously, the role of Mossad in the Iranian protests is highlighted, with the Israeli intelligence agency appearing to operate behind the scenes to influence the country's internal dynamics.