Netanyahu on Iran’s Military and Nuclear Capabilities
- According to Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli military operations have harmed Iran military capabilities. He declared that Iran lost its capacity to create uranium and construct ballistic missile systems.
- He spoke to international journalists at a public function. He made a short statement about his death rumors by confirming that he still exists.
- Netanyahu created doubt about who leads Iran because he said that Iran leadership remains unknown. He reported that Mojtaba Khamenei has not shown himself to the public. He proposed that Iran leadership and military organization have internal conflicts.
- He declared that Israel and the United States will achieve victory in their conflict while Iran will suffer major consequences.
Objectives of the Military Operation
- Netanyahu explained that the operation against Iran focuses on three main goals.
- The mission aims to eliminate Iran's nuclear weapons capability.
- The operation intends to diminish Iran's military power.
- The mission aims to assist Iranian citizens in attaining their rights.
He said that Israeli strikes have already caused heavy damage. The operation achieved complete destruction of all missile stockpiles and production facilities.
Position on U.S. Involvement and Strategy
- Israel executed the South Pars gas field attack as an independent operation according to Netanyahu. He reported that Donald Trump advised against any future actions that would lead to similar results.
- He confirmed that Israel would follow this guidance. He also rejected claims that Israel pushed the United States into a war.
- The United States makes all its decisions according to its national interests according to Netanyahu.
Possible Escalation and Strategic Concerns
- Netanyahu stated that the conflict has mainly involved airstrikes so far. However, he noted that ground operations remain a possibility.
- He also claimed that Iran may try to block the Strait of Hormuz, which is an important route for global oil transport. He said that such an attempt would not succeed.
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