Metro53 - Washington (Web Desk) — US Vice President JD Vance has criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over his stance on Iran, according to the American news outlet Axios.
Axios reports that JD Vance criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu and urged US President Donald Trump to pursue a diplomatic agreement with Iran rather than resuming military strikes.
This report comes after the US Vice President attributed the Republican Party's losses in the midterm elections to the ongoing conflict with Iran.
Citing sources familiar with the discussions, Axios reported that individuals close to Trump, led by Vice President JD Vance, urged President Trump to reach a deal with Iran to end the conflict.
According to the report, Vice President JD Vance accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of "being wrong on everything" concerning Iran and heavily criticized his strategy.
He also warned President Trump that the war was deeply unpopular and could cause significant political damage to Republicans in the elections.
According to US media reports, despite these warnings, President Trump continued to consider resuming the conflict due to pressure from Netanyahu; however, the decision was ultimately put on hold.
US media further reported that President Trump endorsed Netanyahu in the Israeli elections despite objections from his top advisors.
