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Netanyahu Issues Stark Warning to Iran’s New Leader Amid Uncertain Outlook

                      Netanyahu issued a veiled threat to kill Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei
 

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has delivered a sharp warning to Iran’s newly appointed supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, signaling that Israel will continue its military pressure despite doubts about whether Tehran’s government is at risk of collapse. 

Key Developments

  • Netanyahu issued a veiled threat toward Khamenei, suggesting Israel would target Iran’s leadership if necessary. 
  • He acknowledged that the ongoing joint U.S.-Israeli air campaign may not be enough to topple Iran’s clerical government, even as it inflicts significant damage on the Revolutionary Guards and Basij forces. 
  • The Israeli leader emphasized that Iran and Hezbollah are “no longer the same” after sustained strikes, claiming both have been weakened. 

Context

The remarks came during Netanyahu’s first press conference since the conflict escalated, underscoring Israel’s intent to maintain pressure on Iran and its regional allies. Despite the aggressive posture, he admitted uncertainty about whether military action alone could destabilize Tehran’s leadership structure. 


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