US Officials: Israel Reluctantly Agrees to Temporarily Refrain from Retaliating Against Iranian Missile Attack

According to a senior US official and an Israeli source familiar with the details of the call, Trump told Netanyahu on the phone on Sunday local time not to retaliate against Iran's missile attack and to allow more time for diplomacy. The US official said Trump told Netanyahu to hold off on action because both sides are close to reaching a good deal.

The official stated that Netanyahu raised objections but ultimately reluctantly agreed to hold off for the time being. The official said Sunday’s call was calmer than the tense exchange between the two leaders last week, and Trump did not raise his voice at Netanyahu. The US official added that the US side believes Trump has bought a little time, firmly believes a deal with Iran is within reach, and does not think Israel will take any immediate strike actions.