The prime minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, stated at a press conference that Israeli forces are crushing the Iranian regime and the Hezbollah in the Líbano. The statements took place this Thursday (12), in the leader’s first public appearance since the beginning of the joint offensive between Israel and Estados Unidos against the Irã, on February 28. Netanyahu highlighted significant military achievements, including strikes that weakened Iranian nuclear and ballistic capabilities, and reiterated that the operation continues with intensity to prevent underground transfers of these projects.
Netanyahu described the joining of forces between the Israel and the Estados Unidos as unprecedented, responsible for changes in the balance of power in the Oriente Médio. Ele mentioned that Irã is no longer the same after two weeks of head-to-head matches. The Israeli prime minister also commented on the new Iranian supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, calling him a puppet of Guarda Revolucionária who avoids public appearances.
Statements about the Iranian regime
Netanyahu stated that Israel is crushing the terrorist regime in Irã through coordinated attacks. Ele highlighted that the actions aim to destroy military and nuclear infrastructure. The prime minister indicated that the conflict could pave the way for a change of regime, but it depends on the Iranian population mobilizing in the streets.
He added that the ultimate responsibility lies with the Iranians. Netanyahu avoided specific operational details but emphasized extraordinary achievements achieved to date. The Israeli leader has spoken almost daily with the president of the Estados Unidos since the start of hostilities.
Attacks against Hezbollah on Líbano
Israeli forces intensified operations against Hezbollah, Irã’s main ally in the region. Netanyahu declared that the group is feeling Israeli strength and will pay a high price for its aggression. Recent Ataques reached positions in Beirute and south of Líbano, including the base of Força Radwan.
The Hezbollah responded with rocket and missile barrages against the north and center of Israel. Relatos indicate more than 100 launches in a single night, activating sirens in several cities. Israel intercepted most of the projectiles, but some did limited damage.
Context of the joint offensive
The campaign began with airstrikes against Iranian targets, including installations in Teerã and the west of the country. Israel and Estados Unidos coordinated actions to neutralize nuclear and ballistic missile threats. The Hezbollah entered the conflict days later, launching projectiles in retaliation.
The new Iranian leader promised revenge and kept Estreito of Ormuz closed for certain operations. Netanyahu warned that Israel will continue to deepen the coups against the regime. Ele mentioned that the Irã uses cluster munitions on missiles to try to overcome Israeli air defenses.
Recent military operations
Israel carried out bombings in Dahieh, in the south of Beirute, and in coastal neighborhoods. The Lebanese Ministério of the Saúde reported at least eight dead and 31 injured in attacks in the south of the country. Cerca of 780 thousand people have been internally displaced in Líbano since the escalation of clashes.
In Irã, Israeli strikes targeted dozens of regime facilities. Hezbollah has claimed over 850 rocket launches against Israel since the beginning of March. Autoridades Israelis expect an increase in the volume of attacks by the group in the coming days.
Impact on regional balance
Netanyahu emphasized that the actions weaken the network of Iranian proxies in the region. Ele stated that Hezbollah made a strategic error when attacking Israel after the first strikes against Irã. The prime minister indicated that the conflict could lead to greater cooperation with other Oriente Médio countries.
The Israeli leader reiterated that there is no distinction between the Irã and its allies. Ele highlighted that the operation aims to bring lasting security to the north of Israel. Netanyahu avoided deadline projections, but mentioned that Irã feels the weight of military actions.