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Trump and Netanyahu may have jointly started the war in Iran, but ending it together will be difficult

Trump and Netanyahu may have jointly started the war in Iran, but ending it together will be difficult

Reports are circulating of rifts between Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu over the war in Iran.

18.03.2026 10

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At Donald Trump’s prompting, Benjamin Netanyahu seeks a pardon – but insists he has done nothing wrong

Netanyahu says the charges are politically motivated and will stop him doing his job properly.

04.12.2025 9

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Can Netanyahu survive peace?

Netanyahu is turning his attention to upcoming elections.

16.10.2025 8

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Israel’s opposition: against Benjamin Netanyahu but not yet for peace with the Palestinians

A majority of people now oppose the Israeli prime minister and want his war to end. But this does not mean there is support for a two-state solution.

13.08.2025 6

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Donald Trump’s presidency presents Benjamin Netanyahu with a crisis that could be existential – here’s why

The Israeli prime minister has to navigate complicated domestic politics with his aim of destroying Hamas and the need to keep the US on side.

22.01.2025 8

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