Netanyahu Signals Near Destruction Iran Nuclear, Missile Programs Amid Ongoing Strikes

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has described Iran's nuclear and missile programs as a 'cancer' that must be completely removed, emphasizing Israel's commitment to destroying these threats and the so-called 'axis of terror' supported by Iran. Netanyahu highlighted that despite Iran's calls for peace talks, the regime's intentions remain hostile, citing continued threats against Israel from Iran's Supreme Leader, and affirmed strong coordination with the United States, including frequent communication with President Donald Trump. Netanyahu expressed optimism that the Israeli military campaign, which includes controlling the skies over Tehran, is making significant progress toward eliminating the nuclear and missile threats, and suggested the possibility of regime change in Iran, drawing parallels to the unexpected falls of the Soviet Union and Syria's Assad regime. However, analysts caution that Israel's military campaign, while intended to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, may hinder diplomatic efforts and could increase the likelihood of Iran ultimately pursuing a nuclear bomb. Israel's President Isaac Herzog also stated that intelligence indicates Iran is moving dramatically toward creating a nuclear weapon, underscoring the urgency of the threat Israel perceives. The situation remains highly volatile with ongoing missile attacks by Iran on Israeli civilians, even as Israel warns Tehran's population before strikes, contrasting the approaches of the two nations.