Netanyahu Thanks Trump for Support in Defending Israel’s Skies as War Enters Sixth Day
Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly expressed gratitude to U.S. President Donald Trump for America’s backing in the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, which has now entered its sixth consecutive day of escalating hostilities.
In a nationally broadcast address on Wednesday evening, Netanyahu thanked the U.S. for what he described as “vital support in defending Israel’s skies,” particularly in the face of sustained Iranian missile and drone attacks.
“I thank President Donald Trump, a great friend of Israel, for his unwavering support. The United States has stood firmly by our side in defending the skies of Israel and supporting our sovereign right to protect our people,” Netanyahu stated.
The conflict began late last week after Israel launched targeted airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear installations, including facilities in Tehran, Natanz, and Isfahan, in what Israeli officials called a preemptive strike against Iran’s nuclear threat.
In response, Iran has fired dozens of ballistic missiles and explosive drones into Israeli territory, prompting widespread alarm across the Middle East.
As of Wednesday, Israeli defense forces reported that dozens of missiles had been intercepted, though some struck civilian areas, resulting in 24 confirmed Israeli deaths and multiple injuries. Iran, meanwhile, has reported over 200 fatalities as Israeli forces continue to strike targets within Iranian territory.
While the United States has not deployed troops directly into the conflict, the Biden administration has reportedly authorized the movement of U.S. naval and air defense assets into the region. In addition, intelligence sharing and missile defense systems—such as the Iron Dome and David’s Sling—have been bolstered with U.S. support.
Netanyahu’s praise for President Trump appears to be a nod to both current cooperation and a rekindling of the strategic relationship fostered during Trump’s previous term, especially in matters of defense and Middle Eastern policy.
Speaking just hours before Netanyahu’s remarks, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei condemned both Israel and the United States, vowing that Iran would not bow to what he called “military bullying.”
President Trump, speaking to reporters in Washington, referred to Iran’s retaliation as a “mistake” and said Tehran’s leadership was “close to unconditional surrender.”
However, he stopped short of declaring any direct U.S. military response.
“We stand with Israel. We always have. But we’ll act wisely and in America’s best interest,” Trump said.
Despite growing international calls for de-escalation—including appeals from the United Nations and several EU states—Netanyahu remained defiant in his address, insisting that the Israeli campaign would continue until all threats from Iran were neutralized.
“We are attacking Iran with tremendous power. The home front is solid, the people are strong, and the state of Israel is stronger than ever,” he declared.
As the violence persists, humanitarian organizations have begun raising concerns over the scale of civilian casualties, displacement, and infrastructure damage in both countries.
Airports in Tel Aviv, Tehran, and several other major cities remain closed, while oil markets have seen significant volatility due to the regional instability.
Diplomatic channels, including backroom talks involving Qatar, France, and the UN, are reportedly underway in efforts to negotiate a ceasefire, though no formal breakthrough has been reached.
With Israel showing no signs of backing down and Iran vowing continued resistance, the days ahead remain tense. Observers warn that further escalation could draw in other regional players such as Hezbollah in Lebanon or U.S. military assets in the Gulf.
For now, Netanyahu’s message to the world is clear: Israel will not retreat, and with the backing of the United States, it is prepared to continue its military operations with “maximum force and moral clarity.”
