Tensions Mount: Biden, Netanyahu, and the Shadow of War with Iran

U.S. President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a call discussing the escalating tensions with Iran. Israeli Defense Minister Gallant promised a 'lethal' response to Iran's missile attack. With strained U.S.-Israel relations, the threat of wider conflict looms in the oil-rich region.

In a crucial call amid escalating tensions with Iran, U.S. President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed the volatile situation on Wednesday. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has vowed a decisive response against Iran following its missile attack, exacerbating fears of a wider conflict.

This 30-minute exchange marks the first interaction between Biden and Netanyahu since August, highlighting tensions not only with Iran but also internally over strategic disagreements. Despite the Iranian attack causing no casualties in Israel, the situation remains precarious, with strained relations between the U.S. and Israel.

While the U.S. has shown support for Israel's actions against Iran-backed groups like Hezbollah, attempts to broker peace, especially in Gaza, have faltered. The ongoing conflict and possible repercussions in oil regions continue to loom, as U.S. officials navigate these delicate diplomatic waters.

(With inputs from agencies.)