This marks the first time an acting Israeli Prime Minister has openly endorsed territorial expansion beyond current disputed areas like the West Bank and Gaza into established Arab nations. The timing is particularly significant as it comes during a period of regional realignment and potential economic partnerships. Previous territorial discussions focused on Palestinian territories, but this new claim fundamentally alters the economic geography of the entire Middle East.
Netanyahu Reveals 'Greater Israel' Plan Including Jordan, Egypt Land
📰 What Happened
In an August 13, 2025 press conference in Jerusalem, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly endorsed the concept of 'Greater Israel', expressing strong connection to an expansionist vision that would include territories currently part of Jordan and Egypt. This unprecedented territorial claim by a sitting Israeli PM signals a major shift in Israel's official position regarding its geographic boundaries and relationships with neighboring Arab states.
📖 Prophetic Significance
Netanyahu's 'Greater Israel' vision directly impacts regional economic structures by potentially controlling key trade routes and resources. This territorial claim would give Israel unprecedented economic leverage over the Suez Canal access, Jordan's phosphate reserves, and critical water resources. This aligns with Ezekiel's prophecies of Israel's economic prominence in the last days. The timing of this announcement, amid shifting Middle East alliances and resource competitions, suggests the formation of economic conditions necessary for the Ezekiel 38 scenario where Israel becomes a wealthy prize that attracts future invaders.