Netanyahu affirms alignment with Trump on Iran, denies rift

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that there is no rift between him and President Donald Trump regarding Iran, emphasizing that both countries share the same goal concerning Iran's nuclear program. Netanyahu made these comments during an interview, asserting that as long as he is in office, Iran will not acquire a nuclear weapon. He acknowledged that while Trump pursues a broader nuclear agreement with Tehran, any disagreements between the U.S. and Israel are managed directly. Netanyahu expressed confidence in their alliance, stating that both leaders typically align on key issues. He reiterated that Israel and the U.S. aim to see Iran abandon its nuclear weapons program and dismantle its enrichment sites. Netanyahu also addressed comments made by Trump regarding their relationship, asserting that Trump acts in the interests of the U.S. while he acts in Israel's interests, but they generally see eye-to-eye. He concluded by stating that Trump remains Israel's strongest supporter in the White House.