Netanyahu speaks of 'strategic upheaval' and vows to continue crushing the Iranian regime

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu affirmed that Tel Aviv will proceed with its military confrontation against Tehran, emphasizing that operations will not cease until what he described as the 'terrorist regime' is crushed. In a televised statement, he clarified that the current military campaign is not yet over, and the Israeli army is working to strengthen the security zones surrounding the Gaza Strip, Syria, and Lebanon to ensure the achievement of strategic objectives.

Netanyahu considered that Israel has succeeded in achieving a 'strategic upheaval' in the balance of power, indicating that the equation has fundamentally changed from what it was before the war. While Iran sought to besiege and suffocate Israel, Tel Aviv is now taking the initiative and imposing a siege on the Iranian regime and its proxies in the region.

Netanyahu's statements came at a sensitive time on the eve of the Jewish Passover, and coincided with diplomatic messages from Tehran; where Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated a desire to end the state of conflict with Israel and the United States. Pezeshkian stipulated obtaining clear international guarantees that prevent the recurrence of what he described as aggression on Iranian territory.

In a show of force, Netanyahu claimed that Israel has transformed into a regional and global power thanks to recent military moves, affirming his government's commitment to changing the face of the Middle East. He indicated that the direct and indirect confrontation with Tehran has cost the Iranian treasury enormous losses exceeding one trillion dollars, as a result of supporting its allies and building its military capabilities that have been targeted.

The Israeli Prime Minister enumerated what he described as 'ten devastating blows' dealt to the Iranian axis since October 7, 2023, including extensive military operations in Gaza and Lebanon. These blows also included qualitative assassinations that targeted prominent leaders, most notably Hezbollah Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah, and Hamas political bureau chief Ismail Haniyeh, in addition to the destruction of missile infrastructure.

Netanyahu's speech was not devoid of religious allusions, as he drew a comparison between the current war and the story of the exodus of the Children of Israel from Egypt and confronting Pharaoh. This approach comes within the framework of his increasing use of historical and religious terms to reinforce his government's political and military narrative before the Israeli public on national occasions.

Netanyahu stressed that Iran is now in its weakest historical state, while Israel is growing stronger and more resilient, criticizing the international community's disregard for previous Israeli warnings. He clarified that Tel Aviv no longer contents itself with defense, but has moved to the stage of direct attack to dismantle threats before they reach its borders.

The Prime Minister revealed that he held a series of secret discussions with leaders of countries in the Middle East and Europe, claiming a radical shift in their positions towards the Iranian threat. He indicated that some of these leaders have already begun field and practical coordination with Israel to confront the growing Iranian influence in the region.

In the context of international alliances, Netanyahu described the level of cooperation with the US administration led by Donald Trump as 'historic' and unprecedented. He affirmed that Israel, which used to fight alone in many arenas, now enjoys direct support and 'shoulder-to-shoulder' coordination with the United States in confronting the Iranian project.

The speech touched upon diplomatic and security efforts to launch new regional alliances, with Netanyahu promising to reveal their details soon to Israelis. These statements intersect with media reports indicating that Israel seeks to move beyond traditional cooperation formulas towards building a direct combat military alliance with Arab countries to confront common threats.

Netanyahu reiterated his promises to definitively end Iranian nuclear and ballistic threats, claiming that military operations carried out in June 2025 succeeded in removing the immediate danger. He affirmed that security agencies continue to pursue any Iranian attempts to rebuild these capabilities, especially those built in fortified underground facilities.

Netanyahu concluded his statement by emphasizing that Israel will not tolerate any Iranian attempts to bury its military capabilities away from surveillance or targeting. He stressed that direct field action will remain the standing option for dealing with any existential threat, regardless of international pressure or Iranian attempts at military deception.

Iran wanted to suffocate Israel before this war, while now Israel is suffocating Iran.