Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel called United States President Donald Trump every day to demand the resumption of military operations against Iran, according to a report by the Financial Times.
The two leaders engaged in discussions on the matter during a telephone conversation on the weekend. The Financial Times reported on Monday (9/11/2026) that Netanyahu’s ambition involved launching a joint US-Israel strike to overthrow the government in Tehran.
Arab and Muslim leaders urged Washington to prioritize diplomacy instead of launching new strikes against Tehran, as reported by Financial Times. According to a diplomat cited by the newspaper, regional leaders asked Washington to avoid escalation and prioritize negotiations, noting that individuals both inside and outside the White House opposed the war.
A recent phone conversation between Trump and Netanyahu grew so contentious that sources described it as “a screaming conversation from hell,” according to reports. The newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth cited sources familiar with the exchange who characterized the conversation as extremely difficult and confrontational.
In response, the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office denied the media reports regarding a tense dialogue. An anonymous senior Israeli official confirmed that the phone call took place but asserted that the conversation was not difficult.
“Berita palsu, omong kosong belakang,” tegas kantor PM Israel dalam pernyataannya.
Netanyahu wants to continue military action against Iran because he believes the nuclear threat cannot be permanently eliminated without regime change, according to CNBC Indonesia. Speaking at the swearing-in of the 26th Knesset on Tuesday, Netanyahu warned that Iran will face international pressure to accept a nuclear-armed state and cautioned against yielding on security zones, while calling for a national unity government.
“Iran is working to renew its nuclear threat,” said Benjamin Netanyahu. “Satu-satunya cara untuk menghilangkan ancaman eksistensial ini secara permanen adalah dengan menggulingkan rezim para Ayatollah.”
President Trump said that Gulf allies including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Kuwait oppose a new military campaign against Tehran, as reported by Kompas.com. Trump noted on Monday that there is positive momentum toward ending the conflict and that the likelihood of a new Washington attack is very small.
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington sees no urgent need for large-scale combat operations against Iran, as reported by Kompas.com. Rubio added after attending a G7 foreign ministers meeting in Paris, France, that the economic campaign against Tehran has achieved its objectives, though US forces remain ready to respond if Washington’s red lines are crossed.
Menteri Luar Negeri (Menlu) AS Marco Rubio mengatakan pada Selasa (10/11) bahwa AS tidak melihat adanya kebutuhan mendesak untuk melanjutkan operasi tempur besar-besaran terhadap Iran, saat meningkatnya upaya diplomasi untuk mengakhiri perang.
“Kampanye ekonomi sangat melumpuhkan, sehingga saat tidak diperlukan operasi tempur besar-besaran,” said Marco Rubio.
The two leaders differ on timing and strategy, as Netanyahu advocates for ongoing military campaigns toppling the regime, while the Trump administration favors exhausting diplomatic options.
Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Kuwait oppose a new military campaign against Tehran, as reported by Kompas.com.
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