Washington and Tel Aviv Discuss Options for Confronting Tehran
The Israeli Prime Minister seeks to coordinate positions with Washington regarding Iran, reflecting growing shared concerns about developments in Iran's nuclear program and its potential implications
April 5, 2025, 10:42 pm

Washington and Tel Aviv Discuss Options for Confronting Tehran

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu plans to travel to Washington on Monday, April 7, where he is expected to meet with US President Donald Trump to discuss multiple topics, most prominently the Iranian nuclear file. The importance of this visit increases amid escalating tensions with Iran and shared concerns about its nuclear ambitions.

The news website "Axios" reported this information on Saturday, April 5, citing "four informed sources." These media leaks reflect both sides' eagerness to coordinate positions in facing increasing regional challenges.

According to the report, Netanyahu believes that the possibility of reaching a nuclear agreement between the United States and Iran is extremely slim, and wants to consult with Trump about striking Iranian nuclear facilities if diplomatic efforts fail. This approach raises questions about the extent of the US administration's readiness to pursue escalatory options against Tehran.

The report mentioned that the two sides will also discuss during the meeting the issue of tariffs imposed by the United States on Israel, in addition to the situation in Gaza. Discussion topics between the two sides are numerous amid the complexities of the regional scene and bilateral relations that have experienced some tensions recently.

The report adds that if this visit takes place as planned, Netanyahu would be the first foreign leader to meet US President Donald Trump face-to-face in an attempt to negotiate the cancellation of tariffs. This fact highlights the importance Tel Aviv places on its relationship with Washington, especially in light of the economic and security challenges it faces.

"Axios" clarified that this visit was originally scheduled for mid-April, but its sources indicated that the visit date might change due to upcoming judicial sessions in Israel related to the financial corruption case facing the Israeli Prime Minister. These internal developments cast a shadow over Netanyahu's external movements and his ability to focus on international files.

Regarding the Iranian file, the President of the United States has demanded reaching a new agreement with Iran that ensures Iran does not seek to acquire a nuclear weapon. This position represents a continuation of American policy rejecting Iran's possession of military nuclear capabilities.

Tehran has refused to engage in direct dialogue with the United States but has announced its readiness to continue talks through intermediaries. These hardline Iranian positions reflect the difficulty of reaching quick diplomatic solutions to the crisis.

In response to this course, US President Donald Trump stated on April 3, referring to Tehran's desire to use intermediaries, that circumstances have now changed. He said he believes Tehran has become willing to engage in direct dialogue with Washington and currently feels a state of weakness and exposure.

Trump also emphasized that if negotiations fail, Iran will face new tariffs and may be subject to the possibility of bombing.

For his part, Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, ruled out the possibility of a military attack but promised a decisive and strong response should it occur.

Concurrently, the US Department of Defense has enhanced its military movements around Iran, especially at the Diego Garcia base in the Indian Ocean, and US military strikes continue against the Iranian-backed Houthis.

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