Graham to Visit Israel to Back Netanyahu as U.S.-Iran Tensions Evolve

Overview

• Sen. Lindsey Graham said he will travel to Israel to meet Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his team, calling this a crucial moment for the region.
• He rejected reports that President Trump is pulling back from potential action against Iran and urged observers to expect firm U.S. resolve.
• Graham has advocated forceful options, including support for a larger-scale strike, and earlier warned Iran’s leadership against further killings of protesters.
• President Trump said he was told the killing of protesters in Iran is stopping and that there are no plans for executions, as Tehran reportedly reopened its airspace and said Erfan Soltani would not be executed.
• The visit and statements come during widespread anti-regime protests in Iran, with Graham seeking to reinforce the Trump–Netanyahu partnership and signal continued pressure on the Iranian government.