US President Donald Trump told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that it was time to end the war, according to a senior US official cited by Axios. The conversation took place during a phone call between the two leaders, where Trump reportedly said discussions with Iran were moving positively and that a deal could be reached within days.
Axios reported that Trump described the potential agreement with Iran as a positive development and emphasized that the ongoing conflict should come to an end. The senior official noted that during the call, Netanyahu appeared to understand that he could not prevent Washington from pursuing an agreement with Tehran.
The report highlights a moment of diplomatic signaling from Washington as it seeks to advance talks with Iran while encouraging de-escalation in the region.