Trump says he and Netanyahu will make mutual decision on ending Iran war, signaling close coordination between Washington and Jerusalem amid rising tensions with Tehran. In a phone interview with The Times of Israel, Donald Trump said he plans to confer with Benjamin Netanyahu before deciding when to conclude military operations against Iran. “I think it’s mutual… a little bit,” Trump said, noting that talks with Netanyahu are ongoing. “I’ll make a decision at the right time, but everything is going to be taken into account.”
Trump previously suggested the Iran campaign could last around four weeks, though other officials have avoided committing to a precise timeline. The uncertainty reflects the complex nature of military operations in the region, where Iran maintains a network of allies and proxy forces that could react to escalations. Analysts say ending the campaign will depend on a combination of military, diplomatic, and political factors.
During the interview, Trump was asked about Mojtaba Khamenei, who is mentioned as a potential successor to Ali Khamenei. He declined to speculate, saying, “We’ll see what happens,” though he previously dismissed Mojtaba Khamenei as a “lightweight” and “unacceptable” to Washington. Leadership transitions in Iran carry significant implications, as the Supreme Leader controls the military, judiciary, and major policy decisions.
The US and Israel face a delicate balance in the region. Iran continues to assert itself as a counterweight to Western influence, while Israel views Tehran’s military and nuclear ambitions as a direct security threat. Trump’s emphasis on a joint decision with Netanyahu underscores the interlinked security interests of both nations, even as the timeline for ending the conflict remains uncertain. Military objectives, diplomatic pressures, and regional stability all factor into when leaders will decide to conclude operations.
