Netanyahu threatens: "If Iran attacks Israel, Iran will burn!"
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that overthrowing the Iranian government is the only way to eliminate the existential threat posed by Tehran. He emphasized this during a campaign event in Dimona, asserting that he has instructed the military and intelligence services to act accordingly. Netanyahu accused Iran of attempting to develop nuclear weapons and claimed that the current Iranian regime is weaker than ever, which could lead to extreme measures against Israel. Defense Minister Israel Katz warned that if Iran attacks Israel, it would face severe consequences. Reports indicate that Netanyahu had ordered military strikes against Iran, but U.S. President Donald Trump vetoed the plan, preferring to avoid escalating hostilities before the upcoming midterm elections.