Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is signalling the possibility of renewed action against Iran, with US President Donald Trump’s backing emerging as a key factor in the escalating debate over Israel’s security and regional strategy. Trump has urged Israelis to support Netanyahu, saying he wants to “finish the job” against Iran. Netanyahu has pointed to the US president’s support as Israel weighs its options against Tehran, while the White House has remained silent on whether Washington would back a fresh military campaign. WATCH

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sparks a political storm ahead of Israel's election after sharing an AI-generated image depicting a nuclear explosion over Tel Aviv and warning of a potential “second Holocaust” if Israel fails to confront Iran's nuclear ambitions. Netanyahu argues that Iran poses an existential threat to Israel and urges voters to focus on national security. Opposition leader Gadi Eisenkot hits back, accusing Netanyahu of fear-mongering ahead of the vote. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump backs Netanyahu but offers a contrasting assessment of Iran's nuclear sites, saying there is “not much going on” there.