Israel's Katz Warns Iran May Resort to Desperate Measures

Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz stated on Tuesday that Iran might be pushed to "desperate measures" due to the mounting international pressure it faces. Katz made these remarks during a meeting with visiting German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock in Jerusalem.

Katz emphasized that Iran's current actions, including its nuclear program and regional destabilization efforts, are unacceptable. He urged the international community, particularly Germany, to increase pressure on Tehran to halt its problematic activities. The minister specifically highlighted the need to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and to curb its support for regional proxies.

During the press conference following their meeting, Baerbock reiterated Germany's commitment to preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons and expressed concern over Tehran's ballistic missile program and its role in regional conflicts. She also mentioned that Germany is working with international partners to address these issues.

Katz further elaborated on the potential consequences of Iran's behavior, suggesting that if the international community does not act decisively, the situation could escalate. He did not specify what these "desperate measures" might entail but implied they could be a reaction to sustained pressure or perceived isolation.

The meeting between Katz and Baerbock also covered bilateral relations between Israel and Germany, as well as other regional security concerns. Both ministers agreed on the importance of continued dialogue and cooperation to address shared challenges.