In remarks underscoring his popularity in Israel, former U.S. President Donald Trump declared on Wednesday that he could conceivably run for Prime Minister of the country. These comments were made as Trump discussed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the ongoing tensions with Iran in videos shared on social media platform X.
Trump expressed support for Netanyahu, describing him as a “great guy” and a “wartime prime minister,” while also suggesting that Netanyahu was not being treated fairly within Israel. “He’s fine. He’ll do whatever I want him to do,” Trump said, further praising Netanyahu’s leadership.
The conversation shifted to Trump’s personal popularity in Israel, where he humorously speculated about running for Israeli office. “I’m right now at 99% in Israel. I could run for prime minister,” Trump claimed, adding that he had seen a poll that morning reflecting his 99% approval rating in the country. He also criticized the current leadership dynamics in Israel, saying the president there was not treating Netanyahu well.
Trump’s comments came amid heightened tensions with Iran. As Israeli lawmakers considered a bill that could lead to new elections by dissolving parliament, Trump noted the U.S. was entering a critical phase in dealing with Iran. “We’re in the final stages of Iran. We’ll see what happens,” he remarked, indicating that either a deal would be reached or the U.S. might take more stringent actions. Despite the severity of the situation, Trump stated he was “in no hurry” to resolve it.
Later, Trump reportedly claimed that Iran’s military capabilities had been significantly weakened, warning that future military actions might become “even harder” if Tehran did not come to an agreement. As tensions persist, diplomatic channels between Washington and Tehran remain open, seeking a resolution to the ongoing conflict.
