Israel will continue to attack Iran as long as necessary, Netanyahu says

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that Israel’s military operations against Iran will continue until the threat posed by Tehran is completely neutralised.

In a video message broadcast by Israeli and Arab media outlets, Netanyahu stated that a special military operation, dubbed “Rising Lion”, had been launched to push back against what he called an “existential threat” from Iran.

“We are in a decisive moment in Israel’s history,” Netanyahu said. “We have targeted the heart of Iran’s nuclear enrichment program, including the Natanz nuclear facility, and the core of its ballistic missile program.”

The Israeli premier added that the operation is also focused on eliminating Iranian military commanders, missile production factories, and nuclear scientists allegedly involved in building a nuclear bomb.

“We have declared a state of emergency as a precaution against potential missile and drone attacks from Iran,” Netanyahu added. “This operation will continue for as long as necessary to ensure the safety and security of our nation.”