Washington: US President Donald Trump has reportedly urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to refrain from launching fresh military strikes against Iran, warning that any retaliatory action could undermine delicate diplomatic efforts aimed at ending months of hostilities.
According to reports, Trump held a conversation with Netanyahu shortly after Iran launched another round of missiles towards Israel on Sunday. During the discussion, the US president is said to have stressed the importance of exercising restraint to preserve the momentum of ongoing negotiations.
Describing the diplomatic process as being at a crucial stage, Trump indicated that both sides were “very close” to reaching an agreement that could pave the way for a ceasefire and reduce tensions across the region.
The reported appeal comes as international mediators continue efforts to prevent further escalation in the conflict, which has stretched over the past three months and raised concerns about broader instability in the Middle East.
In addition to his message to Israel, Trump also called on Iran to re-engage in dialogue and return to the negotiating table, signalling Washington’s preference for a diplomatic resolution rather than continued military confrontation.
The latest exchange of missiles has heightened fears that any fresh retaliation could derail ongoing peace initiatives and trigger another cycle of violence. Diplomatic observers believe the coming days will be critical in determining whether negotiations can produce a lasting agreement or if renewed military action will prolong the conflict.
While neither Israeli nor Iranian authorities have officially commented on the reported conversation, the developments underscore the growing international push to de-escalate the crisis through dialogue instead of force.
