Netanyahu-Buttigieg Meeting Signals Escalation Against Iran, Says Ex-General
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
Retired Brigadier General Amir Avivi believes a recent meeting between Prime Minister Netanyahu and US Defense Secretary signals preparations for a campaign to overthrow the Iranian regime. He stated that both nations are determined to achieve this, requiring kinetic action beyond sanctions. Avivi anticipates major actions against Iran post-elections but noted potential preemptive strikes if Israel faces an imminent threat. He also suggested former President Trump's support for Netanyahu is strategically important for dismantling the Iranian axis and achieving regional stability.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Retired General Amir Avivi sees the Netanyahu-Buttigieg meeting as preparation for overthrowing Iran's regime.
- Avivi stated the US and Israel are determined to topple Iran, requiring kinetic action.
- He noted increased US military presence and arms deals as signs of force buildup.
- Avivi anticipates major actions against Iran after the US and Israeli elections.
- He believes former President Trump views Netanyahu as a key partner in confronting Iran.
A recent meeting between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the US Secretary of Defense attended by Israel's Defense Minister, is part of preparations for a continued campaign to overthrow the Iranian regime, according to retired Brigadier General Amir Avivi. Avivi, founder of the 'Bithonistim' movement and a candidate for a future ministerial post, stated in an interview with Arutz 7 that both the US and Israel are determined to topple the Iranian government. He emphasized that achieving this goal requires kinetic action to dismantle Iran's capabilities, in addition to sanctions and blockades. Avivi noted the increased US military presence in the region, including an additional aircraft carrier and refueling tankers, alongside significant arms deals between the US and Israel, as evidence of force buildup for this campaign. He believes that eliminating the "head of the snake" in Iran will lead to the collapse of its proxies, such as the Houthis, Hezbollah, and Hamas.
Avivi also commented on former President Donald Trump's calls for support for Netanyahu, suggesting Trump sees him as a crucial partner in the effort to dismantle the Iranian regime and achieve regional prosperity and peace. The retired general believes that sensitive discussions regarding the Iranian challenge necessitate in-person meetings, citing Netanyahu's past frequent meetings with Trump to safeguard information. He inferred that the current meeting's subject must be significant, aligning with the shared Israeli-American strategy focused on Iran.
Regarding operations in Gaza and Lebanon, Avivi explained that the current limited scope is not due to a lack of resolve but a strategic prioritization of addressing the Iranian regime, which he described as the primary source of funding, training, and arming for groups like Hamas. He anticipates that major actions against Iran will likely occur after the upcoming elections in Israel and the US, unless Israel perceives an imminent Iranian attack, in which case a preemptive strike might be considered.
Avivi also expressed that his views, and those of the 'Bithonistim' movement, are being incorporated into Israel's security doctrine, citing the Prime Minister's recent presentation of a new security concept that aligns with the movement's long-standing advocacy for a determined and active Zionist security approach. He believes Trump's endorsement of Netanyahu is beneficial for the Likud party, framing the upcoming elections as a choice between completing the mission to dismantle the Shiite axis and ushering in an era of prosperity, or forming a government reliant on extremist elements.
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