It’s being reported by multiple sources that Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu is pushing President Trump toward a resumption in the war fighting in Iran and is waiting on his approval to begin.
Here’s the news:
Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz: “Israel is prepared to resume the war against Iran — We are awaiting a green light from the United States — first and foremost to complete the elimination of the Khamenei family and to push Iran back into a dark age. This time, the strike will be different and far more lethal, delivering devastating blows at the most sensitive points — ones that will shake and undermine its very foundations”.
🚨🚨 Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz: “Israel is prepared to resume the war against Iran — We are awaiting a green light from the United States — first and foremost to complete the elimination of the Khamenei family and to push Iran back into a dark age. This time, the…
— Amichai Stein (@AmichaiStein1) April 23, 2026
My report: Amid Netanyahu’s security consultations this evening, and against the backdrop of growing difficulties in the U.S.-Iran talks, Israel is also preparing for the possibility of a return to fighting — and is pushing Washington in that direction if the negotiations fail to produce results.
A source in the security establishment says Israel is “prepared for any scenario,” while intensifying intelligence-gathering efforts and placing forces on short notice alert.
Senior political officials stress that Israel is acting in coordination with President Trump and will align itself with whatever decision is ultimately made.
My report: Amid Netanyahu’s security consultations this evening, and against the backdrop of growing difficulties in the U.S.-Iran talks, Israel is also preparing for the possibility of a return to fighting — and is pushing Washington in that direction if the negotiations fail to…
— גיא עזריאל Guy Azriel (@GuyAz) April 23, 2026
Senior Israeli official: "We are preparing for approval from the Trump administration to resume the fighting."
Netanyahu is convening a limited security cabinet call within the hour.
— Open Source Intel (@Osint613) April 23, 2026