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Netanyahu Rules Out Pre-emptive Strike on Iran Before October 27 Election
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Netanyahu Rejects Pre-emptive Action While Warning Tehran
He added that even if Iran were to fire missiles at Israel, the blame would fall on him. Netanyahu declined to discuss any possible operation after the October 27 election or to reveal details of recent strategic talks with Washington. He also warned Iran and its regional proxies that Israel would respond forcefully to any attack.
War Context Since February 28
The United States and Iran have been at war since February 28, when joint U.S.–Israeli strikes hit Iranian targets and Tehran retaliated against Israel and Gulf states. Direct exchanges between Israel and Iran have paused since June, though Iran-aligned groups continue to threaten attacks ahead of Israel’s vote. Saudi Arabia has recently suffered a Houthi strike on Riyadh airport that killed 13 people.
Official Statements from Israeli Leaders
Defence Minister Israel Katz, speaking from the Israeli-held security zone in southern Lebanon, warned Hezbollah that a renewed clash would cause “a severe blow” and could displace up to one million Shi’ite civilians, with Hezbollah strongholds in southern Beirut at risk. Katz said the Israel Defence Forces are prepared to carry out the maneuver. Netanyahu also asserted that many Middle-Eastern countries are turning to Israel following what he described as “massive success and tremendous achievements,” while refusing to comment on Israel’s role in Saudi security matters.
Verbatim Quotes
- “It is not convenient for us, it’s no good,” — Benjamin Netanyahu, israeli prime minister
- “Even if Iran fires missiles at us they will blame me,” — Benjamin Netanyahu, israeli prime minister
- “Hezbollah will suffer a severe blow and lose additional territories in southern Lebanon within the Nabatieh and Litani regions, which will become part of Israel’s permanent security zone. The IDF (Israel Defence Forces) is prepared to carry out the manoeuvre,” — Israel Katz, defence minister
- “I don’t get into those matters. I can only tell you that many countries in the Middle East are turning to us following our massive success and tremendous achievements.” — Benjamin Netanyahu, israeli prime minister
These statements outline Israel’s current stance: avoiding a pre-emptive strike before the election, maintaining a deterrent posture toward Iran, and signaling readiness to confront Hezbollah if hostilities expand.