During a media interaction on Wednesday, US President Donald Trump made a bold claim about his popularity in Israel, suggesting that he could potentially run for Prime Minister there. Trump’s remarks came as he praised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu amidst discussions surrounding the ongoing tensions with Iran. In video clips shared on social media platform X, Trump responded to questions about Netanyahu, affirming the Israeli leader’s capabilities and calling him a “great guy” and a “wartime prime minister.”
Trump humorously speculated about his potential candidacy in Israeli politics, stating, “I’m right now at 99% in Israel. I could run for prime minister.” He further mentioned a poll that purportedly showed his high approval rating in the country. Trump also criticized certain Israeli leadership dynamics, alleging that Netanyahu was not receiving fair treatment from Israel’s president.
The comments coincided with a turbulent political climate in Israel, where lawmakers advanced a bill from Netanyahu’s ruling coalition that could lead to the dissolution of parliament and possibly trigger new elections. Meanwhile, Trump addressed the intensifying situation with Iran, indicating that the United States was nearing a critical juncture. He stated, “We’re in the final stages of Iran. We’ll see what happens,” hinting at potential future actions if a deal was not reached, while emphasizing he was not in a hurry.
Trump also reportedly claimed that Iran’s air force and navy were significantly weakened, warning that any future military action could become “even harder” if Iran failed to agree to a deal. Despite these tensions, diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran are reportedly still ongoing, as both countries navigate a complex geopolitical landscape.