Israeli President Herzog: Israel Not Dragging US into War with Iran
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has denied allegations that Israel is dragging the United States into a potential war with Iran, clarifying that the U.S. decision to strike Iranian nuclear sites was a sovereign choice rooted in national security interests. Herzog stated that Israel is not seeking military involvement from the U.S. and that the strike was a necessary step to address the Iranian nuclear threat to global security. He underscored that the United States, as the leader of the free world, had a legitimate interest in countering the Iranian nuclear program, which he described as a clear and present danger to American and international security.
Herz’t remarks were made during an appearance on CNN’s ‘State of the Union,’ where he also called for renewed diplomatic efforts with Iran, stressing the need for “nuts and bolts” negotiations that are clear and direct, given the history of failed talks due to Iranian deceit. Despite the U.S. military action, Herzog emphasized the importance of diplomacy in resolving the conflict, urging any future talks with Iran to be honest and pragmatic.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio also reiterated Herzog’s message during an appearance on Fox News’ ‘Sunday Morning Futures,’ asserting that the U.S. is “not at war” with Iran. Rubio added that regime change is “not the goal” and that Washington is still offering a diplomatic path forward. His comments reflect the broader American debate on the Israel-Iran conflict, with Democratic lawmakers criticizing Israel’s defensive strikes against Iran’s nuclear sites, while Trump’s administration remains focused on addressing the nuclear threat. This ongoing disagreement could have significant implications for the future of U.S.-Iran relations and the broader stability of the Middle East.