Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the military operations with the United States are not the start of a war. On March 3 2026 Netanyahu said these strikes are quick and decisive to bring stability to the region, not war.
“The Prime Minister commented after assassins killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on February 28.” This event triggered strikes from Tehran against Western bases pushing the region into open conflict.
Creating Change in Tehran
A point in Netanyahu’s recent talks is the focus on the Iranian people. He says military strikes are needed to stop threats but they also serve a political purpose.
“We, America and Israel are creating conditions for the Iranian people to change their government ” Netanyahu stated. He described the regime as unreformable and fanatical with no room for diplomacy. By targeting infrastructure and military assets the goal is to weaken the regime and enable dissent.
Preventing a Nuclear Threat
The reason for the escalation is Irans advancement of nuclear and ballistic capabilities. Netanyahu revealed that despite air raids in mid-2025 Iranian personnel moved operations into underground bunkers.
Here are the key points:
- Netanyahu warned that Iran would develop a nuclear program too strong to stop within months if the international community took no action.
- Weakness: The Prime Minister believes the Iranian regime is more vulnerable than ever.
- Focus on Peace: Netanyahu insists this military path is the gateway to peace that ensures Israel and its allies protection.
Defending the Alliance and Donald Trump
Netanyahu defended US President Donald Trump against claims that Israel dragged Washington into a conflict. He praised President Trump as the leader in the world acting in American interests.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth clarified that the campaign is not a regime change war or occupation. The focus is, on a overwhelming military response. President Trump indicated that the military can extend operations to neutralize the threat of Iran’s ballistic missile program. Read More
