President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had a phone call discussing U.S. negotiations with Iran and military options. Netanyahu is urging Trump to strike Iran after the midterm elections, while Trump prefers to allow negotiations to continue. The call was characterized as tough by an Israeli source and direct by a U.S. source. Meanwhile, Qatari mediators are attempting to facilitate a deal between the U.S. and Iran, but no agreement has been reached yet.
Key facts
- Trump and Netanyahu discussed U.S.-Iran negotiations on November 1, 2026.
- Netanyahu is pushing for military action against Iran after the midterm elections.
- Trump stated negotiations with Iran are progressing but remains cautious.
- Vice President Vance reached out to Iran's national security chief last week.
- Qatari mediators are in discussions with Iranian officials to restart negotiations.
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