Israel's Defense Minister Warns Iran on New Submarine's Arrival

Defense Minister Israel Katz declared on Thursday that the arrival of the new submarine, INS Drakon, sends a clear message to Iran and any other entities threatening Israel. Speaking at the submarine's reception ceremony, Katz stated, "The submarine's arrival is an important message to all who seek to threaten us, chief among them the murderous Ayatollah regime in Tehran." He emphasized that Israel continues to build its strategic capabilities across all fronts, asserting that distance provides no immunity to adversaries, whether by air, land, or sea.

Katz directly addressed the Iranian regime, highlighting that while they may see Israel's visible power in the skies above Iran, Israel's strategic capabilities also lie "in the depths" and are not always apparent. He referenced recent strategic achievements against Iran, including thwarting its nuclear program, damaging its strategic capabilities, and eliminating figures he claimed were leading efforts to destroy Israel. Katz also commented on Iran's president displaying a picture of Ayatollah Khamenei at the UN, calling it "crocodile tears."

"We will not allow anyone in the future to threaten the existence of the State of Israel," Katz vowed, speaking amidst high alert within the security establishment and concerns of escalation with Iran. He praised the Navy's growing role in Israel's security, acknowledging their often unseen contributions to both defense and offense, particularly during the ongoing conflict.

Concluding his remarks ahead of the Sukkot holiday, Katz drew a parallel between the "Four Species" used in the holiday, symbolizing unity among differences, and the strength of the Israeli people standing together against threats. His statements come as Israel's security apparatus prepares for various scenarios involving Iran, particularly in light of U.S. President Donald Trump's threats against the Tehran regime.