JERUSALEM: Israel’s latest strikes on Iran have not only ignited fears of a full-fledged resurgence of war — they run the risk of damaging the close ties between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump. Despite Trump’s seeming aversion to the prospect of the war reigniting, both Israel and Iran have leaned into the volatile adversity that has long threatened the ceasefire, launching their first exchange since it began in April.

Trump urges Netanyahu to avoid retaliation against Iran, emphasizing the need for peace negotiations amid escalating tensions.

Renewed attacks risk derailing US-Iran peace talks as oil prices surge over 3%

Israel's recent strikes on Lebanon and Iran reveal diverging war aims between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu. While Trump seeks to de-escalate and reopen trade…