Netanyahu Says U.S. is ‘Helping a Lot’ Against Iran/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Visiting a beer sheva hospital damaged by Iranian strikes, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the U.S. is significantly helping Israel by bolstering air defenses. He hinted Iran’s regime could still fall—but only if Iranians seek their own freedom.
U.S. Aid Praised by Netanyahu + Quick Looks
- Netanyahu visits Soroka Medical Center in southern Israel, praising U.S. air cover
- Describes U.S.–Israel defense as “remarkable cooperation”
- Suggests Iran regime could fall if “conditions help” the Iranian people
- Iran says hospital damage came from military command strike
- Iranian FM warns Israelis to avoid “military and intelligence sites”
- U.S. troops and assets repositioned as conflict intensifies
Netanyahu Says U.S. is ‘Helping a Lot’ Against Iran
Deep Look
Netanyahu endorses U.S. involvement
During a visit to Soroka Medical Center—which suffered damage from Iranian retaliatory missiles—Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said:
“They’re participating in the protection of the skies over Israel and its cities…
I think it’s a remarkable cooperation.”
This marks a significant nod to U.S. assistance in intercepting Iranian drones and missiles. The deployment of U.S. fighter jets and missile-defense systems has provided essential coverage to Israel’s airspace.
Regime change yet to be decided
Pressed on whether Israel aims to dismantle Iran’s regime, Netanyahu paused then replied,
“That may be the result…
But it’s up to the Iranian people to rise for their freedom. Freedom is never cheap.”
He clarified Israel’s role isn’t to trigger regime change, but hinted their actions might create internal conditions favorable to Iranian dissent.
Iran blames military command near hospital
On social media, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi urged Israelis to avoid “military and intelligence sites.” He claimed that recent strikes targeted those sites, not the hospital. While acknowledging “superficial damage” to Soroka, he accused Israel of waging an “illegal war”, calling for Israelis to stay clear of such areas.
Araghchi labeled Israeli military actions as mass murder and pledged renewed Iranian strikes until Israel “ceases and pays” for the conflict. He is scheduled to meet European ministers in Geneva on Friday to explore diplomatic avenues.
Heightened global tension
Contrasting with Netanyahu’s praise of U.S. support, the U.S. national security team—including VP Vance, Defense Secretary Hegseth, CIA Director Ratcliffe and Envoy Witkoff—met in the Situation Room for heightened intelligence briefings. The U.S. has repositioned fighter jets and ships in the Middle East to safeguard American troops and assets.
In Qatar and Bahrain, American aircraft and naval vessels were relocated from exposed bases following Iranian threats. This comes amid Iran’s warning that any third-party intervention will be met with “immediate” retaliation, according to their Supreme National Security Council.
President Trump’s stance remains uncertain
President Trump continues to postpone any decision on U.S. involvement in strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities. He is reviewing military options and watching Iranian actions closely, though no final decision has been made. Meanwhile, Washington is taking preventative steps to protect Americans and allies amid a possible escalation.
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