Netanyahu Claims Trump Wants To 'Go In' Iran To Remove Enriched Uranium, Warns War 'Not Over'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the conflict with Iran cannot end until Tehran’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium is removed and its enrichment facilities dismantled. Speaking in a CBS *60 Minutes* interview, he claimed U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed willingness to physically secure and remove the nuclear material, calling it a viable solution under a negotiated arrangement. Netanyahu asserted that while Israel’s military operations have weakened parts of Iran’s nuclear network, missile infrastructure, and regional proxy capabilities, the threat remains unresolved. He cited international reports indicating Iran currently holds nearly 970 pounds of uranium enriched to near-weapons-grade levels, raising concerns among Western governments. The remarks come amid escalating tensions in the Gulf, where the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps navy warned of retaliation against U.S. military assets if Iranian commercial or oil vessels are attacked. The U.S. military has intercepted Iranian tankers attempting to bypass the naval blockade and conducted retaliatory strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, further straining regional stability. Netanyahu stressed that dismantling Iran’s enrichment facilities and securing its nuclear material is a critical mission but declined to provide a timeline for future operations. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz since February 28 has also intensified global economic uncertainty, contributing to rising fuel prices. While Washington maintains the blockade is necessary to curb funding for Iran’s military and nuclear programs, Tehran has warned of direct retaliation against U.S. interests if interference with its shipping continues. Netanyahu’s comments underscore the unresolved nuclear threat and the fragility of regional security.