Netanyahu, Trump speak by phone, Israeli source tells Reuters

Jun 8, 2026, 12:57 GMT+1

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump spoke by phone on Monday, an Israeli source told Reuters.

The call took place before Trump posted on social media that Israel and Iran were seeking an immediate ceasefire, the official said.

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