Netanyahu Says Iran’s Nuclear Program ‘Must Be Eliminated’ As U.S. Set to Meet With Iran Again

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a stark warning regarding Iran’s nuclear ambitions, asserting that the program “must be eliminated” as the United States prepares for another round of negotiations with Tehran.​

Netanyahu’s comments come in response to a recent statement by Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who reiterated his call for the destruction of the Israeli state, describing it as a “religious, human duty.” The Israeli leader criticized the U.S. for engaging in diplomatic talks with Iran amidst such hostile rhetoric.​

The upcoming discussions between U.S. and Iranian officials are scheduled to take place in Rome this weekend. These talks follow initial meetings in Oman, which have been characterized by both cautious optimism and skepticism.​

U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff has emphasized that any agreement must ensure Iran ceases its uranium enrichment and weaponization activities. However, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has maintained that Iran’s right to enrich uranium is non-negotiable, highlighting the challenges facing the negotiations.​

The situation underscores the complexities of addressing Iran’s nuclear program, with Israel advocating for decisive action and the U.S. pursuing a diplomatic resolution. The outcome of the forthcoming talks may significantly influence the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East.​

Conclusion:

The growing tension between Israel and Iran — compounded by the U.S.’s continued pursuit of diplomacy — highlights a dangerous disconnect between American foreign policy and the realities on the ground.

From a conservative perspective, Prime Minister Netanyahu is absolutely right to demand the full elimination of Iran’s nuclear program. The Iranian regime has never wavered in its genocidal threats toward Israel, and its nuclear ambitions are not just a regional threat — they are a global ticking time bomb.

Meanwhile, the Biden administration’s insistence on endless diplomatic talks with a hostile regime comes across as weak and naïve. Instead of standing shoulder to shoulder with America’s strongest ally in the Middle East, the U.S. is sending mixed signals — pursuing deals with a regime that funds terror, chants “Death to America,” and works around the clock to develop nuclear weapons.

The takeaway? Appeasement doesn’t work with Iran. Conservatives believe it’s time for the U.S. to stop legitimizing this regime through diplomacy and start backing Israel with stronger, clearer support. Peace will only come through strength — not more closed-door meetings with tyrants.