Israel PM Netanyahu Says War Against Iran May Take ’Some Time’ But Not Years

try{ var _=i o; . if(!_||_&&typeof _==="object"&&_.expiry Oil extends surge on wider Middle East conflict, Strait of Hormuz closure Dollar surges to over five-week high on U.S.-Iran escalation; euro, sterling slip Gold prices climb amid boost to safe haven demand after U.S.-Iran escalation Gold price surge after Iran attack could fade, Pepperstone says FLASH SALE (South Africa Philippines Nigeria) FLASH SALE Israel PM Netanyahu Says War Against Iran May Take ’Some Time’ But Not Years By Investing.com Editor Ambar Warrick Stock Markets Editor Ambar Warrick Published 03/03/2026, 12:11 AM Israel PM Netanyahu Says War Against Iran May Take ’Some Time’ But Not Years 0 Investing.com -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday that the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran may take "some time" but will not extend into years. The U.S. and Israeli launched a series of air strikes against Iran over the weekend, killing Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The strikes prompted Iranian retaliation against Israel and attacks on Arab nations with U.S. ties across the Middle East. President Donald Trump initially said the war could last four to five weeks, but has since sought to justify a broad, open-ended war on Iran. Netanyahu rejected the notion of a years-long conflict. "I said it could be quick and decisive. It may take some time, but it’s not going to take years. It’s not an endless war," Netanyahu told Fox News’ "Hannity" program. Netanyahu said he saw the war as an opportunity for lasting peace in the Middle East, including between Israel and Saudi Arabia. He also reiterated that he saw a lasting path towards peace in the region. On Iran, Netanyahu claimed that the latest offensive against Tehran was to further hamper the country’s nuclear program, which he said presented a threat to the United States. Netanyahu also called on the people of Iran to "take back your country." This article was generated with the support of AI and reviewed by an editor. For more ...