Israel’s Defense Minister, Israel Katz, has warned that Israel may launch additional strikes on Iran despite a recently brokered ceasefire, aiming to prevent Tehran from reviving its nuclear program, advancing long-range missile systems, and rebuilding strategic military infrastructure. Katz emphasized a strict “policy of enforcement”, reiterating that Israel will act independently to maintain aerial superiority and national security.
The statement comes after a 12-day Iran-Israel war, where significant damage was inflicted on Iranian nuclear facilities. While the ceasefire agreement, announced by President Trump, was meant to de-escalate tensions, Israel’s aggressive posture suggests ongoing Middle East conflict risks. Katz likened Israel’s future approach to its Lebanon strategy post-Hezbollah war — but “100 times stronger.”
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemned the remarks, warning that Iran will retaliate decisively against any violation by the Zionist regime, stressing that Iran “is not Lebanon.” As geopolitical tensions in the Middle East escalate, the fragile Iran-Israel ceasefire remains under threat, with potential global repercussions.
NEWS SOURCE: The New York Times
