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Trump Says Netanyahu Will Do Whatever He Wants on Iran After Phone Call

President Trump said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will follow his lead on Iran after a lengthy phone call. The U.S. paused planned strikes to allow more time for negotiations while Iran reviews the latest American proposal.

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President Trump said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will do whatever he wants him to do on Iran following a lengthy phone call between the two leaders. Trump told reporters at Joint Base Andrews that he is in no hurry to resume military action but remains prepared to strike if talks fail.

"Believe me, if we don't get the right answers, it goes very quickly. We're all ready to go," he said.

Iran said it is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal aimed at ending the war. Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei told state television that Tehran received the American views and is examining them. Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir is scheduled to arrive in Tehran on Thursday to continue mediation efforts between the two sides.

Military Developments and Threats U.S.

Marines boarded and searched an Iranian-flagged oil tanker suspected of violating the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, according to U.S. Central Command. The vessel was later released and redirected. Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warned that renewed aggression against Iran could extend the conflict beyond the region.

The Senate advanced legislation on Tuesday seeking to limit President Trump's war powers in the Iran conflict. The measure passed 50-47 with support from some Republicans. Oil prices fell more than 5 percent on hopes of a deal, with Brent crude dropping to $105.47 a barrel.

Key Facts

Trump-Netanyahu call
President said Netanyahu will follow his lead on Iran
Oil prices
fell over 5% on hopes of U.S.-Iran deal
Senate vote
50-47 to limit Trump's war powers in Iran conflict

Potential Impact

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    Further U.S. military action against Iran remains possible within days.

  2. 02

    Iran may face continued U.S. naval enforcement in the Strait of Hormuz.

  3. 03

    Global oil prices could remain volatile if talks stall.

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PublishedMay 21, 2026, 7:54 AM
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