Netanyahu Speaks With Trump, Mike Johnson After Drone Attack; US 'Reiterates Commitment'

New Delhi: A day after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu survived a drone attack amid its ongoing conflict with Iran-backed Hezbollah and Hamas in the Middle East, the former spoke with former United States President and Presidential candidate Donald Trump .  

Earlier on Saturday, a drone attack was launched targeting Netanyahu's residence, days after the elimination of top Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar crippling the militant group. Thereafter, Netanyahu blamed Hezbollah for the attack and warned them that its alleged attempt to assassinate him and his wife was a "grave mistake" and "anyone who tries to harm Israel’s citizens will pay a heavy price."

The Israeli PM also spoke with US House Speaker Mike Johnson who reiterated US's support to Israel "to help counter Iran and its terrorist proxies. "

In a tweet on X, Johnson wrote, "I spoke with my friend Prime Minister @Netanyahu today, and I am happy to report he is safe, in good spirits, and undeterred. I told him America stands strong with Israel and reiterated our ongoing commitment to help counter Iran and its terrorist proxies. "

Describing the current turn of event as crucial moment, the Speaker also called for sanctions on Iran amid the ongoing conflict.

"This is a crucial moment and America must deliver. It is vital that the Biden-Harris Administration stop slow-walking needed weapons to Israel and implement the sanctions on Iran that Congress enacted this spring," he further tweeted.