Former Ambassador to the US: 'Not Sure Trump Distinguishes Between Iran and Ukraine'

Former Israeli Ambassador to the US, Danny Ayalon, stated in an interview with 103FM that the Netanyahu-Trump meeting was largely symbolic, estimates that Trump may pursue a limited agreement with Iran, and warns of an unprecedented deterioration in Israel's standing in the US.

In an interview with 103FM, former Ambassador Danny Ayalon analyzes the Netanyahu-Trump meeting and warns of a decline in Israel's standing in the US. According to him, the meeting was mainly symbolic and political for Netanyahu, who entered the Oval Office through the back door, without a red carpet. Ayalon claims that Trump does not consult with Israel, as demonstrated by the cessation of strikes on Iran without prior warning. He estimates that Trump seeks a limited deal with Iran to exit the region, and warns that American public opinion toward Israel now resembles that of Europe. Ayalon criticizes the strategic conduct regarding Iran, noting that the JCPOA was upheld by Iran according to assessments, and that entering the current strategic maze requires a policy change.