Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said early Thursday that U.S. President Donald Trump asked him for a meeting to consult on the Israeli strike against Iran, according to a report.
Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett disclosed early Thursday that U.S. President Donald Trump requested a meeting with him to consult on the Israeli strike against Iran, according to a report. The statement, if confirmed, would indicate that Trump is seeking input from a broader circle of Israeli security figures beyond the current government. Bennett, who served as prime minister in 2021–2022, has been a vocal advocate for a strong line on Iran's nuclear program. The timing and outcome of the alleged request remain unclear.
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