Netanyahu Directs IDF, Mossad to Overthrow Iranian Regime

Netanyahu accused Mojtaba Khamenei, whom he called the current tyrant, of following in his father's footsteps by restarting efforts to develop nuclear weapons, which the Prime Minister described as "death bombs." He asserted that Iran's leaders seek the destruction of Israel and that U.S. President Donald Trump agrees that regime change is the only viable solution.

Defense Minister Israel Katz also spoke at the ceremony, warning Iran and its proxies against attempting attacks to influence upcoming election results. Katz stated that the Iranian regime is at its weakest point and warned that if Iran attacks, the country will burn. He also cautioned Hezbollah against joining any attack on Israel, threatening severe retaliation, and stated that Israel will not retreat from security zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza.

According to Cursorinfo, the conflict between Israel and Iran has been paused since February, but analysts predict it could resume around the U.S. midterm elections in early November. The Jerusalem Post reported that the directive follows recent Israeli preparations for potential strikes on Iran, including an October 10 operation that was reportedly halted by President Trump.