Netanyahu confidante on war with Iran: Trump, Israel had ‘incredible foresight’ to attack ‘murderous’ regime | CNN

Netanyahu confidante on war with Iran: Trump, Israel had ‘incredible foresight’ to attack ‘murderous’ regime

Published 8:33 PM EST, Tue March 3, 2026

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Netanyahu confidante on war with Iran: Trump, Israel had 'incredible foresight' to attack 'murderous' regime

CNN's Erin Burnett talks to Michael Eisenberg, a close confidant and adviser to Israel Prime Minister Netanyahu, about Netanyahu's mindset as Israel continues to strike Iran.

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