Netanyahu Vows to Eliminate Iran Regime, Hezbollah, and Achieve Peace With Lebanon

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel is committed to eliminating Iran's regime, followed by the elimination of Hezbollah and the establishment of peace with Lebanon. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the academic year at the new Kiryat Shmona - Tel Hai Academic University, Netanyahu addressed security efforts in the region and future actions against Iran and Lebanon, alongside the development of the academic institution and the city.

Netanyahu noted that the ongoing conflict has led to the removal and damage of the Radwan force, creating a deep security buffer zone devoid of residents. He asserted that security forces have destroyed terror facilities both above and below ground. The primary objective, he emphasized, is the overthrow of the terror regime in Iran, a topic he has discussed multiple times with President Donald Trump, most recently two days prior.

According to Netanyahu, failure to remove the Iranian regime will lead it to attempt nuclear weapons development again and to rebuild its influence, which in turn would lead to Hezbollah's elimination and peace with Lebanon. He also referenced his grandfather's vision for settling the Galilee and maintaining a strong presence there, highlighting the university's establishment as a significant growth engine for the region.

Addressing the Minister of Education and the university management, Netanyahu requested the integration of joint programs with factories, with a strong emphasis on artificial intelligence. He outlined the government's main priorities as security, transportation, and higher education.