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Trump Says Ending Iran War Will Be Mutual Decision With Israel
U.S. president says Iran was 'going to destroy Israel and everything else around it'
Published on Mar. 9, 2026
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U.S. President Donald Trump told The Times of Israel that the decision on when to end the Iran War will be a mutual one that he will make with input from Israel. Trump also said that Iran was 'going to destroy Israel and everything else around it' and that the U.S. and Israel have 'destroyed a country that wanted to destroy Israel'.
Why it matters
The ongoing conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran has major geopolitical implications for the region and the global balance of power. Trump's comments suggest the U.S. and Israel are closely coordinating their military strategy against Iran, raising concerns about the potential for further escalation.
The details
On Feb. 28, the U.S. and Israel jointly launched an attack on Iran, with Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei being killed in the first salvo. On March 9, the Iranian regime chose Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Ali Khamenei, as the next leader. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said the new Iranian leader 'will be an unequivocal target for elimination'.
- On Feb. 28, the U.S. and Israel jointly launched an attack on Iran.
- On March 9, the Iranian regime chose Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Ali Khamenei, as the next leader.
The players
Donald Trump
The 45th President of the United States.
Benjamin Netanyahu
The Prime Minister of Israel.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
The former Supreme Leader of Iran who was killed in the initial U.S.-Israel attack.
Mojtaba Khamenei
The son of Ali Khamenei who was chosen as the new leader of Iran after his father's death.
Israel Katz
The Defense Minister of Israel who said the new Iranian leader 'will be an unequivocal target for elimination'.
What they’re saying
“I think it's mutual ... a little bit. We've been talking. I'll make a decision at the right time, but everything's going to be taken into account.”
— Donald Trump, President of the United States (The Times of Israel)
“Iran was 'going to destroy Israel and everything else around it'.”
— Donald Trump, President of the United States (The Times of Israel)
“whoever is appointed to replace the deceased Iranian leader 'will be an unequivocal target for elimination'.”
— Israel Katz, Defense Minister of Israel (X)
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.
