Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu Won't Rule Out Killing Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei, Says It Would End Conflict

Tel Aviv: Amidst the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has not ruled out eliminating Iran's Supreme Leader. Netanyahu, in a bold statement, remarked that assassinating Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei would "end the conflict" between the two nations. Importantly, the Israeli president's comment came up after US President Donald Trump reportedly urged Netanyahu not to pursue such action.

Netanyahu's remarks were made during an interview with ABC News correspondent, where he asserted that his country is "doing what we need to do" to address the threat posed by Iran. He explained that Israel's defence action includes bombing Iran's nuclear sites and targeting its top scientists and military leaders. Netanyahu's stance reflects the intense tensions between Israel and Iran, with the Israeli Prime Minister seemingly willing to take extreme measures to neutralise the perceived threat.

Meanwhile, Benjamin Netanyahu's statement appears to have brought him and US President Donald Trump in a situation of a high-stakes standoff over the possible assassination plan of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Notably, Trump had reportedly urged Netanyahu not to pursue this course of action, advocating instead for a negotiated settlement.

According to reports, Israel had developed a credible plan to kill Khamenei, but Trump vetoed the idea, citing concerns that it would escalate the conflict and destabilise the region. Netanyahu's office declined to comment on the reports, but the prime minister did say that Israel is "doing what we need to do" to protect itself from Iranian aggression. The Israeli leader also accused Iran's government of plotting to assassinate him and Donald Trump, claiming that they had even attempted to drone-bomb his bedroom window.

The Israeli prime minister's statement has led to discussions regarding the consequences of assassinating a high-profile figure like Ali Khamenei, with several arguing that it would likely have far-reaching consequences, possibly escalating the conflict rather than ending it. 

Donald Trump's Diplomatic Push

Despite the escalating tensions, Trump took to social media to predict that Israel and Iran would soon make a deal. "Iran and Israel should make a deal, and will make a deal," he wrote. "We will have PEACE, soon, between Israel and Iran! Many calls and meetings now taking place." Netanyahu, however, seemed skeptical about the prospects of negotiations, saying that Iran's leaders "don't want a seat at the table. They want to blow up the table."

As the conflict rages on, civilians are caught in the hostility, facing the very real threat of injury or death. The situation is particularly dire for those living in Iran and Israel, where the exchange of rocket fire has become a daily occurrence. 

Meanwhile, Iran has vowed to harshly punish Israel following recent incidents, including the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has debated responses, ranging from direct strikes to other measures, but a consensus on the approach remains elusive.

The US has reaffirmed its support for Israel, while also calling for restraint. The US has moved military forces closer to the Middle East, with officials confirming the deployment. 

Meanwhile, further details in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran are awaited.