After a targeted air campaign against Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, U.S. President Donald Trump personally informed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of the operation, signaling a shift in Washington’s strategy towards engagement rather than further escalation. The communication took place shortly after American B-2 bombers completed their mission and began returning to the United States, according to multiple officials from both governments.
During the call, President Trump conveyed that while the operation had achieved its intended objective—damaging Iran’s nuclear capabilities—his administration’s preference moving forward was to explore a diplomatic resolution. According to U.S. sources familiar with the conversation, the president emphasized his desire to avoid additional military actions unless American forces were directly threatened by Iranian retaliation.
An Israeli official confirmed that Trump had communicated this intent to halt offensive operations. While acknowledging the message, the official also noted uncertainty over how Iran might respond in the days ahead, a variable that could alter the regional security situation. There was also recognition that the United States was aiming to conclude this phase of conflict, although Washington would not oppose continued Israeli operations if deemed necessary by Tel Aviv.