• Steve Bannon warns Israeli PM Netanyahu against attacking Iran without U.S. support, citing risks to U.S.-Israel relations and potential regional conflict.
• Bannon stresses the dangers of escalating tensions in an already volatile Middle East, warning of widespread instability if action is taken.
• He highlights Donald Trump’s ongoing efforts as a peacemaker, urging Netanyahu to align with U.S. diplomatic strategies.

Former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon issued a stern warning to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday, urging him to avoid launching an attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities without U.S. backing. Bannon cautioned that such action could harm U.S.-Israel relations and potentially ignite a broader regional conflict.

A Call to "Read the Room"

Speaking on Eric Bolling’s show Bolling! Thursday evening, Bannon responded to criticisms from conservative commentator Mark Levin, who opposed the Biden administration’s request for Netanyahu to hold back on an attack. Levin’s argument that Israel should have free rein to act drew skepticism from Bannon.

“Because it’s gonna drag us into a regional war,” Bannon explained. “We just got out of 20 years of it. It can’t happen… If they go it alone, it’s the end of the American relationship with Israel. It’s just the end of it.”

Bannon urged Netanyahu to consider the broader implications of such a move, highlighting polling data that suggests a lack of U.S. public support for unilateral Israeli action, particularly among younger Americans.

The Risk of Escalation

Bannon outlined the potential consequences of an Israeli military strike, pointing to the existing “arc of instability” spanning from Gaza and Ukraine to the Red Sea and Kashmir. He warned that “lighting a match” in such a volatile environment could escalate into a widespread conflict involving nuclear-armed nations.

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“You light a match, that whole thing can go up,” Bannon said, adding that the chain reaction could involve multiple regions already embroiled in conflict.

Trump’s Role as Peacemaker

Bannon also highlighted President Donald Trump’s efforts to mediate and prevent a broader conflict. While he did not elaborate on specific strategies, Bannon emphasized that Trump is actively working to calm tensions and should be allowed to play his hand.

“This thing could get as ugly as you possibly can, and Trump is trying to be the peacemaker,” Bannon noted. “You gotta let him play his hand.”

Bannon criticized Netanyahu’s recent approach, urging the Israeli leader to align with U.S. diplomatic efforts rather than pursue independent military action. “Bibi’s gotta learn how to read the room because there’s just no support of that whatsoever,” he said.

Implications for U.S.-Israel Relations

Bannon’s comments underscore the delicate balance in U.S.-Israel relations as tensions with Iran remain high. Any unilateral action by Israel could strain its alliance with the U.S., potentially altering decades of close ties.

As the Middle East faces mounting instability, experts warn that any misstep could lead to significant consequences for global security. The Biden administration has emphasized diplomacy, but growing frustrations on both sides could complicate efforts to maintain peace.

What’s Next?

The situation remains fluid, with no immediate indication of an Israeli strike on Iran. However, Bannon’s remarks reflect broader concerns about the risks of escalating conflicts in a region already on edge.

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