Prime Minister Netanyahu’s second interview with Abu Ali Express Channel

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Summary:

After speaking with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Netanyahu says he received assurances that the United States will continue to preserve Israel’s military edge, particularly regarding possible F-35 sales to Saudi Arabia, and he notes that this promise carries real practical weight. He also makes clear that he does not expect a Palestinian state to emerge, even in the context of a potential normalization deal with Saudi Arabia, though he remains optimistic about the chances for normalization and hints that private discussions differ from public statements. Netanyahu also reiterates Israel’s strong opposition to supplying Turkey with F-35s, saying the likelihood of such a sale is extremely small, and during the interview he indicates that the most intense stage of the war has likely passed while stressing that Israel can reignite heavy combat in any sector when necessary. He outlines a decade-long effort to develop independent Israeli arms production with minimal reliance on the United States or any external actor. Netanyahu claims that the decision to enter Gaza City, and the way the operation unfolded, directly enabled the release of hostages. He adds that the Rafah Crossing will be opened to Gazans seeking to leave once the process of recovering the bodies of hostages and fallen soldiers is completed, urging Egypt to allow departures. Netanyahu also sets a specific target of recruiting 17,000 Haredim over three years and says he is working to reach broad agreement within the system. He confirms he will travel to New York despite Assemblyman Mamdani’s declaration that he will attempt to have Netanyahu arrested, and he states that while an agreement with Syria would be preferable, Israel will uphold its principles of defending its borders and its allies, including the Druze, with or without such an agreement.

November 22, 2025 | Comments »

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