Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sought clarification from the White House about whether the United States is holding undisclosed diplomatic contacts with Iran, reflecting growing concern in Jerusalem about the direction of Washington’s strategy during the expanding confrontation with Tehran.

According to officials familiar with the discussions, Netanyahu raised the question directly with senior American counterparts as speculation circulated that quiet diplomatic channels might be operating alongside the ongoing military campaign against the Iranian regime.

The inquiry underscores Israel’s determination to remain closely aligned with U.S. decision-making at a moment when the regional conflict has intensified dramatically.

The Israeli leader has long argued that any negotiations with Tehran must go beyond limits on nuclear enrichment and address a wider range of threats, including Iran’s ballistic missile programme and its support for militant groups across the Middle East.

Israeli officials fear that narrow talks focused solely on nuclear restrictions could leave intact other capabilities that Israel considers central to Iran’s regional strategy.

The question about potential secret contacts comes amid a period of extraordinary coordination between Washington and Jerusalem.

The United States and Israel have conducted extensive military operations against Iranian military infrastructure, targeting missile sites, command centres and other strategic assets as part of a campaign intended to reduce the regime’s ability to threaten regional stability.

At the same time, the Trump administration has signaled that diplomacy remains possible if Iran’s leadership demonstrates a willingness to abandon its pursuit of nuclear weapons and other destabilizing activities.

President Donald Trump has repeatedly stated that his goal is a durable agreement that prevents Tehran from developing nuclear arms while strengthening security for American allies in the region.

Netanyahu’s request for clarification reflects Israel’s longstanding focus on shaping any potential diplomatic outcome.

The prime minister has spent decades urging stronger international measures against Iran’s nuclear ambitions and has consistently emphasized that negotiations must deliver comprehensive limits on Tehran’s military capabilities.

Recent high-level meetings between Netanyahu and American officials have focused heavily on Iran policy, including the possibility of future negotiations and the ongoing military campaign.

The leaders have also discussed ways to ensure that any diplomatic process maintains firm safeguards against the development of nuclear weapons.

While U.S. officials have not publicly confirmed the existence of any secret talks, the administration has reiterated that it remains committed to close consultation with Israel as the situation evolves.

The exchange highlights the delicate balance between military pressure and diplomatic engagement that continues to shape international efforts to address the Iranian challenge.