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Trump Fires Waltz, Shifts to Diplomacy with Iran

5/6/2025

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In a surprising shake-up, President Trump dismissed Mike Waltz as national security adviser, citing Waltz's support for Israeli military strategies against Iran. Trump, favoring diplomacy, announced ongoing negotiations with Iran. Meanwhile, Netanyahu distanced himself from Waltz's stance, congratulating him on his nomination as UN ambassador, as the future of US-Iran relations hangs in the balance.

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In a surprising shake-up, President Trump dismissed Mike Waltz as national security adviser, citing Waltz's support for Israeli military strategies against Iran. Trump, favoring diplomacy, announced ongoing negotiations with Iran. Meanwhile, Netanyahu distanced himself from Waltz's stance, congratulating him on his nomination as UN ambassador, as the future of US-Iran relations hangs in the balance.