Trump and Netanyahu Discuss Iran Options as Tensions Rise

In late July 2026, as regional attacks involving Iran intensified, U.S. President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu explored all possible options regarding Iran, including a potential attack, according to a senior Israeli official. Netanyahu reportedly laid out various scenarios for Trump rather than pushing a specific strategy. Meanwhile, Trump has been described as 'exasperated' by his inability to reach an 'endpoint' in the conflict with Iran, and some U.S. senators have questioned whether Iran is trying to 'run out the clock' in negotiations.