Israeli lawmaker dismisses Trump’s Iran deal call, urging regime change as U.S. lawmakers debate deeper involvement.

Israeli Lawmaker Demands Regime Change Over Negotiations

As Israel and Iran traded military strikes for a third consecutive day, Israeli parliament member Ohad Tal firmly dismissed President Donald Trump’s call for renewed negotiations with Iran, insisting that true peace could only be achieved by toppling the country’s “evil, jihadist regime.” Speaking from near Jerusalem, Tal asserted that dealing with Iran’s current leadership was “outrageous” and that the only viable path to stability was regime change.

Tal, a member of the Knesset’s foreign affairs and defense committees, argued, “We are now engaging in a war with Iran, a war which I believe is historic, because we are now, finally, hopefully, we will liberate, not just ourselves, not just the Iranian people, but the entire world from the threat of the evil Iranian regime.” He warned that any diplomatic deal would simply allow Iran to rebuild its nuclear program and military strength, stating, “Just the idea of negotiating deals with a jihadist terror supporter regime is outrageous.”

Tal’s remarks came in response to President Trump’s social media post urging both sides to negotiate, referencing his past diplomatic successes and suggesting that trade incentives could drive a breakthrough. However, Tal stressed that Iran’s leadership remains committed to the destruction of Israel and the United States, adding, “This regime has only one purpose, not to destroy Israel… they want to take down America.”

According to Tal, Israel’s military campaign has inflicted significant damage on Iran’s infrastructure and leadership, while Israeli forces maintain control over Iranian airspace. He also noted that Israel had received expressions of support from leaders across the Middle East who view Iran as a regional threat.

U.S. Senate Returns to Debate Role in Middle East Conflict

The escalating crisis has drawn sharp attention in Washington, as the U.S. Senate reconvened Monday to address the nation’s involvement. Bipartisan lawmakers demanded clarity from the Trump administration on how deeply the U.S. is involved in the conflict and at what point congressional approval is required for further military action. The debate comes as the U.S. deploys refueling tankers closer to the region and considers its commitments to allies.

Senator Tim Kaine, D-Va., has already introduced a war powers resolution that would force a Senate vote before any direct military engagement against Iran. Lawmakers across the political spectrum expressed concerns that U.S. involvement could escalate into a broader conflict or trigger domestic and overseas security risks, including attacks on American assets and soft targets in Europe.

While most lawmakers support President Trump’s cautious approach and commitment to avoiding “endless wars,” questions remain about the boundaries of U.S. assistance and the potential for unintended consequences. The situation tests both America’s “America First” doctrine and the constitutional balance between the executive and legislative branches when it comes to waging war.

As Israel continues its operations and the U.S. weighs its next steps, leaders in both countries face mounting pressure to address security concerns while preventing a wider regional or global conflict. The outcome of these debates could shape Middle East policy and American foreign engagement for years to come.