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Netanyahu Urges U.S. Military Support Amid Iran Tensions

7/9/2025

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington comes at a critical time, as a delicate ceasefire with Iran hangs in the balance. During his meetings with House Speaker Mike Johnson and President Trump, he emphasized the need for U.S. military support, including B-2 bombers. Bipartisan momentum is building for legislation that would enable Trump to provide advanced weaponry to Israel should Iran escalate its nuclear ambitions.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington comes at a critical time, as a delicate ceasefire with Iran hangs in the balance. During his meetings with House Speaker Mike Johnson and President Trump, he emphasized the need for U.S. military support, including B-2 bombers. Bipartisan momentum is building for legislation that would enable Trump to provide advanced weaponry to Israel should Iran escalate its nuclear ambitions.