Netanyahu Welcomes New US Sanctions Against Iran

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomed the new sanctions imposed by the Donald Trump administration against the Iranian government on Monday, February 6, before meeting with his British counterpart, Theresa May, in London. Netanyahu, who visited the British Prime Minister's office, told reporters that he came to discuss forming a 'united front against Iranian aggression' and to examine the 'security threats posed by the Iranian government' to the region. The meeting between the Israeli and British Prime Ministers began shortly before. According to British and Israeli media, Netanyahu stated that the Iranian government 'threatens Europe, the West, and the world.' He also pointed out that 'challenges from radical Islam, especially from Iran, have arisen for us,' adding, 'Iran is a government that openly speaks of its intention to destroy Israel, constantly inciting unrest, and I expect other countries to re-impose sanctions on Iran like the United States.' This is the first meeting between May and Netanyahu since she took office last summer. The Israeli Prime Minister said, 'On my desk in Jerusalem, there are two photos; (Theodor) Herzl (the founder of Jewish nationalism) and (Winston) Churchill.' He added, 'These two leaders embody our commitment to shared values; the same values that create great opportunities for us; commercial and technological cooperation and cooperation in security matters, which strengthen us, and I expect my meetings today here to further enhance these cooperations.' Netanyahu specifically emphasized the need to strengthen cooperation between Israel and Britain in countering cyber threats. Reports indicate that Netanyahu, who also serves as Israel's Foreign Minister, is set to meet with British Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson before returning to Israel on Monday. The Israeli Prime Minister stated that his near-future efforts aim to establish a 'global united front' against Iran. According to Israeli media, Netanyahu said on the plane to accompanying reporters on Sunday, February 5, 'The Iranian regime understands my words; however, it is testing the limits of (world patience) with unprecedented aggression... and it is time for Israel and Britain, under American leadership, to stand against Iranian incursions and define the boundaries.' Israeli media have reported that Netanyahu will pursue the goal of forming a 'global united front against Iran' during his meeting on February 16 at the White House with US President Donald Trump and in a meeting with Malcolm Turnbull, the Prime Minister of Australia, in Canberra. This topic coincides with strong criticisms from American officials against Iran. In this context, Donald Trump, who stated last week that 'no option' against Iran has been removed from the agenda, described Iran as the 'number one state sponsor of terrorism' in an interview with Fox News on Sunday, February 5. These criticisms have elicited negative reactions from Iranian officials. In this context, Netanyahu's request to form a 'global union against Iran' has emerged, with the Israeli Prime Minister stating that the US embassy and those of other countries should be in Jerusalem. Netanyahu also mentioned that the Trump administration would end the world's silence regarding Iranian threats. The Israeli Prime Minister has released a video message addressing the Iranian people. Haaretz reported warnings from some Israeli security officials regarding the consequences of the JCPOA's cancellation. The changing battlefield of 'proxies'; war against the people in the streets of Iran. The first paragraph; the responsibility of the opposition and the possibility of radicalization of Iranian society. The death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran amid the Iranian crisis. 1300 hours of internet outages; Witkoff: A horrific massacre occurred during the protests in Iran. The shadow of war over Tehran; 'Trump is seeking decisive military options against Iran.' The death of the last Mossad representative in Tehran amid the Iranian crisis. Trump emphasizes 'stopping executions in Iran': We do not know what will happen in the future. Trump says if the Islamic Republic attempts to assassinate him, it will be 'wiped off the face of the earth.'