Israeli Lawmaker Ohad Tal Advocates for Toppling Iranian Regime Over Negotiations with U.S. Support

Ohad Tal, a member of the Israeli Knesset, expressed to Fox News Digital that negotiating with Iran should not be a priority until its perceived "evil, jihadist regime" is overthrown. This statement comes as Israel and Iran have exchanged military strikes for the third consecutive day. In Tal's view, the current conflict with Iran is significant and poses a historical moment where both Israel and the global community might liberate themselves from the threats posed by the Iranian leadership.

In response to former President Donald Trump's suggestion that Iran and Israel should engage in negotiations, Tal outlined that the primary goal should be to dismantle the regime responsible for the destruction of Israel and the United States. He emphasized that simply reaching agreements would only embolden Iran's military capabilities and nuclear ambitions. Tal deemed the notion of negotiating with a regime that supports terrorism as unacceptable, asserting that the ultimate goal must be to eradicate the Iranian government to foster regional stability and prosperity.

Tal elaborated on the broad implications of Iran's aggressive actions, noting that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have launched extensive preemptive strikes against Iranian targets, significantly damaging their military capabilities. He mentioned that he has received support from various Muslim and Arab leaders, who recognize that Israel’s fight against Iran benefits not only Israel but the wider international community. Describing Iranian operations as civilian-threatening, he compared this to Israel's commitment to protect lives and stand against such threats.

Furthermore, Tal underlined the endorsement from U.S. officials, including Congress members, asserting that their efforts align with Trump’s "America First" policy. By combating the Iranian regime, he insists that Israel is not only defending itself but also helping to prevent a larger conflict that could drag the United States into war. In closing, Tal asserted that Israel does not seek American military involvement but rather seeks U.S. support in its quest to neutralize the threat posed by Iran.