Trump discusses Iran options with Netanyahu and US‑Saudi nuclear deal impact on South Korea

U.S. President Donald Trump met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a 90‑minute discussion on how to respond to Iran, weighing three options: reaching an agreement with Tehran, imposing a maritime blockade and economic pressure, or resuming military strikes. Netanyahu expressed skepticism about a diplomatic deal and urged tighter sea blockades, while Trump reiterated the possibility of renewed air attacks, which followed an Iranian missile strike on a U.S. base in Jordan.

Separately, the United States and Saudi Arabia signed a nuclear‑cooperation agreement that allows Saudi enrichment research. Analysts at Korea’s Sejong Institute argue the deal could weaken the perception that U.S. uranium‑enrichment assistance is a taboo, providing a lever for South Korea to advance its own enrichment program. The agreement, however, may face opposition from U.S. anti‑proliferation lawmakers and could reshape future nuclear‑technology negotiations in the region.