Trump Signals Possible Support for Netanyahu in Upcoming Elections

President Donald Trump has indicated he may support Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the forthcoming Israeli elections. During an interview with Israeli public broadcaster KAN News, Trump stated, “I’ll have to look at who’s running, but I like Bibi very much. I would be most likely to endorse him.” He added, “I need to see who is running. I have a good relationship with Bibi, but he needs to be more rational. I am willing to meet with him. He’s doing a very good job; he’s got to be a little bit more rational.”

Trump’s comments appeared amid increasing criticism from his long-standing ally as tensions remain concerning U.S. diplomacy with Iran and Lebanon.

Reports indicate Trump expressed frustration with Netanyahu during a call, as reported by Axios. U.S. officials have described Trump’s reaction as calling Netanyahu “f—ing crazy.” In a later interview on the New York Post’s “Pod Force One” podcast, Trump confirmed the remark, yet emphasized he liked Netanyahu and maintained a “very good” working relationship with him.

The friction was further evident following an Israeli strike in Beirut, potentially impacting the U.S.-Iran deal negotiations. Trump expressed anger over the event, saying it reflected “no f—ing judgment” on Netanyahu’s part, although the deal remained on course.

On a recent Wednesday, Trump referred to his disputes with Netanyahu as a “little dispute” linked to Lebanon, suggesting the Israeli leader sometimes “gets a little excited.” He advised a “softer touch,” suggesting not every situation warranted significant actions like demolishing a building because of Hezbollah’s presence.

Netanyahu, on his part, frequently underlines his relationship with Trump, calling him “our great friend” and “my personal friend.” He has stated the two leaders communicate almost daily and make joint decisions, as per statements from the Israeli Prime Minister’s Office.

Vice President JD Vance commented on the broader issue with Iran in a New York Times interview. He cautioned that the U.S. would not remove sanctions if Iran continues funding groups like Hezbollah. He criticized a presumed “weird panic” in Israel regarding the Iran deal.

“They assume everything favorable to Iran will happen without any behavioral change from the Iranians,” Vance noted, emphasizing that the deal does not anticipate such outcomes.

Fox News Digital contacted the White House and the Israeli embassy for comments on the situation.