Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 4/9/25: Netanyahu: Iran Deal Must 'Blow Up' Nuclear Facilities, US Strikes in Yemen Kill Civilians, and More
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Apr 9, 2025 Israel's Prime Minister calls for military action against Iran's nuclear facilities, while Tehran expresses willingness to negotiate with the U.S. The toll of U.S. airstrikes in Yemen raises alarms over civilian casualties. Amidst escalating violence, 58 lives are lost in Gaza, igniting outrage after the death of a Palestinian-American teen. Additionally, discussions on the Trump administration's potential military actions against drug cartels highlight the broader implications of diplomacy and trade tensions with China.
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Netanyahu's Iran Deal Demand
- Netanyahu wants any Iran deal to include dismantling its nuclear facilities under U.S. supervision, similar to Libya's 2003 disarmament.
- He invoked the "Libyan model," recalling Gaddafi's 2003 disarmament and subsequent death in a 2011 U.S.-backed intervention.
Iran's Stance on Nuclear Deal
- Iran is willing to negotiate a nuclear deal and address concerns, but not dismantle its program or limit missile production or regional alliances.
- They question disarmament given Israel's nuclear arsenal and regional threats.
US Airstrikes in Yemen Escalate
- U.S. airstrikes intensified in Yemen after Hegseth vowed to escalate the campaign against the Houthis.
- This escalation followed Houthi attacks on U.S. ships, prompted by a renewed Israeli blockade on Gaza.