From the Liveblog of
Friday, June 13, 2025
Netanyahu thanks Trump for support; tells Iranians ‘your liberation from tyranny is closer than ever’
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanks US President Donald Trump “for his steadfast stance.”
“Time and again, he made it clear: Iran must never be allowed to obtain nuclear weapons,” says Netanyahu in his video statement.
“I thank him for his consistent support of our country throughout all the years of his presidency.”
Netanyahu addresses the Iranian people directly: “We do not hate you. You are not our enemies. We have a common enemy: a tyrannical regime that tramples you.”
“For nearly fifty years, this regime has robbed you of the chance for a good life,” says Netanyahu. “I have no doubt that your day of liberation from this tyranny is closer than ever. And when that day comes, Israelis and Iranians will renew the alliance between our two ancient peoples. Together, we will build a future of prosperity, a future of peace, a future of hope.”
Netanyahu argues that Israel is defending the Middle East and Israel’s regional partners.
“We are defending the free world from the terrorism and barbarism that Iran fosters and exports across the globe,” he continues. “Many around the world — even if they won’t say so openly — know in their hearts: thanks to your determination and courage, citizens of Israel, and thanks to the bravery of Israel’s fighters, the world will be a safer place.”
“Hard days lie ahead — but also great days,” says Netanyahu.
“What we do today will be etched into the annals of Israel and of all nations as a struggle for the triumph of good over evil, of light over darkness.”
The Times of Israel Community.