- Donald Trump denied claims that Benjamin Netanyahu tricked him into a war with Iran , stating he initiated actions to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
- Trump asserted that Israel's existence was dependent on his actions and expressed annoyance at Netanyahu's 'constant fighting with Lebanon'.
- Earlier reports indicated Trump had previously used strong language to describe Netanyahu in a phone call concerning Lebanon.
- Iran's foreign ministry accused Kuwait and Bahrain of 'direct and clear responsibility' for recent attacks on its nation.
- These accusations followed a drone strike at Kuwait International Airport, which killed one person, and US forces reportedly hitting an Iranian oil tanker and a telecommunications tower.
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