Netanyahu Unveils New Security Doctrine, Vows to Topple Iran's Regime
Translated & summarized from i24NEWS French by baba
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu unveiled a new national security doctrine focused on an offensive strategy against Iran and other threats. He declared his goal to topple the Iranian regime and reduce foreign military dependence, emphasizing preemptive strikes and domestic arms production. Netanyahu also addressed the situations in Gaza and Lebanon, conditioned reconstruction and political progress on disarmament, and criticized political rivals ahead of upcoming elections.
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- Prime Minister Netanyahu announced a new security doctrine aiming to topple Iran's regime and shift to preemptive strikes.
- The doctrine emphasizes reducing foreign arms dependency and boosting Israel's domestic military production.
- Netanyahu conditioned Gaza reconstruction on Hamas disarmament and stated Hezbollah's disarmament is key for Lebanon.
- He vowed to act independently if necessary, even without U.S. approval, but stressed coordination with President Trump.
- The Prime Minister also criticized political rival Gadi Eisenkot and discussed potential coalition partners.
- Netanyahu reaffirmed opposition to a Palestinian state and support for ultra-Orthodox conscription.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presented his new national security doctrine on Sunday, nine days before legislative elections, declaring his intention to bring about the fall of the Iranian regime. The strategy, developed in the wake of the October 7 attacks and the subsequent war, shifts from containment to an offensive approach based on anticipation, intelligence, and preemptive strikes.
Netanyahu identified the overthrow of the Iranian government as a primary objective, stating that while operations against its nuclear and ballistic capabilities have weakened the regime, they are insufficient to permanently neutralize the threat. "Our plan is a very comprehensive and very determined plan aimed at provoking the fall of the regime. This is my plan. This is the directive I have given to all security services, and this is what will happen," he asserted. He estimated that 90% of his mission against the Iranian threat had been accomplished but warned Tehran would seek to rebuild its military capabilities. Netanyahu also stressed Israel's readiness to act independently, even without U.S. approval, while emphasizing the importance of coordination with President Donald Trump.
The Prime Minister also reiterated his commitment to reducing Israel's reliance on foreign arms suppliers, particularly the U.S., by boosting domestic production. His doctrine includes strengthening the eastern border, combating drones and precision missiles, and addressing cyber and AI threats. He also advocated for maintaining security zones in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria.
Regarding Gaza, Netanyahu conditioned any significant reconstruction on the disarmament and demilitarization of Hamas, warning that Israel would intervene if an external force failed to achieve this. In Lebanon, he stated that Hezbollah's disarmament is a prerequisite for any political progress. The doctrine also calls for developing new regional and international alliances to counter Iran and lessen dependence on the U.S.
In a pre-election address, Netanyahu also criticized political rivals, particularly Gadi Eisenkot, accusing him of weakness against Iran and a willingness to make concessions in Gaza. He acknowledged a tight electoral race and confirmed his intention to form a right-wing government first, potentially including Itamar Ben-Gvir, while aiming to keep the Defense and National Security ministries within the Likud party. Netanyahu reaffirmed his opposition to a Palestinian state and his support for a bill on the conscription of ultra-Orthodox men.
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