Israeli defense chief issues direct threat to Iran’s supreme leader, citing recent airstrikes on Tehran and vowing even greater force.
Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a pointed threat to Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Sunday, warning that Israel would not hesitate to strike directly at the head of the regime, Israeli media reported.
Speaking from Ramon Air Base in southern Israel alongside Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and IAF commander Maj. Gen. Tomer Bar, Katz praised Israeli fighter pilots for their recent mission, “Operation Rising Lion,” which targeted Iranian military and nuclear infrastructure.
“I want to send a clear message to the dictator Khamenei: If you continue to threaten Israel, our long arm will once again reach Tehran—and this time, it will reach you personally,” Katz said.