Hegseth Hosts Netanyahu at the Pentagon, Says It Was an 'Honor' To Be Part of the War Against Iran - News From Antiwar.com
PENTAGON, UNITED STATES, JUL 9 – Netanyahu and Hegseth praised US Central Command's role and discussed recent joint operations highlighting the strategic military alliance and its impact on regional security.
- On July 9, 2025, at the Pentagon, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth discussed military cooperation and regional security.
- The 60-day negotiations preceded Operation Rising Lion, highlighting joint efforts and the 'peace through strength' strategy against Iran.
- Senior U.S. defense officials, including CENTCOM Commander Army Gen. Kurilla, supported operations by refueling Israeli warplanes, intercepting Iranian missiles, and striking three Iranian nuclear sites.
- Netanyahu is scheduled to return to Israel on Thursday, but sources indicate his U.S. stay may be extended.
- Netanyahu emphasized that US-Israel support will have historic consequences for peace and regional stability, highlighting long-term regional security implications.
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Hegseth Hosts Netanyahu at the Pentagon, Says It Was an 'Honor' To Be Part of the War Against Iran - News From Antiwar.com
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Pentagon on Wednesday and said that it was "an honor" to be a part of the war against Iran with Israel. Before holding a private meeting, Hegseth and Netanyahu spoke to each other in front of reporters…
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