Israeli president calls US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites ‘the right step’
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has reassured the public that Israel is not pulling the United States into its conflict with Iran. This statement comes in light of the recent U.S. strike against three major Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend. Herzog made these comments during an interview on CNN’s “State of the Union” with host Kasie Hunt.
President Donald Trump’s decision to deploy bunker-buster bombs and Tomahawk missiles against Iran’s key nuclear sites at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan has raised concerns about a potential escalation of the conflict. However, Herzog emphasized that Israel is not seeking to involve America in a war with Iran. He made it clear that the decision to take military action was based on America’s national security interests and not on Israel’s behalf.
Herzog described the U.S. strike as the right step to take, highlighting the threat posed by Iran’s nuclear program to American and global security. He stressed that America, as the leader of the free world, was at risk from Iran’s nuclear ambitions, making it imperative to address the issue decisively.
Despite the military intervention, Herzog emphasized the importance of diplomatic efforts in resolving the conflict. He called for any future negotiations with Iran to be clear and comprehensive, citing past failures due to Iranian deception.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio echoed Herzog’s sentiments during an appearance on Fox News’ “Sunday Morning Futures.” Rubio emphasized that the U.S. is not at war with Iran and that regime change is not the goal. He reiterated the commitment to pursuing a diplomatic solution to the crisis.
In conclusion, the Israeli-Iran conflict continues to be a complex and volatile situation. While military actions have been taken, leaders like Herzog and Rubio are emphasizing the importance of diplomacy and a peaceful resolution to the tensions between the two nations.
This article was written by Ronn Blitzer, an editor for Fox News Digital covering politics and breaking news.
