18.03.2026 02:01
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke in front of cameras at the Kirya military headquarters in Tel Aviv regarding the operations carried out in the last 24 hours. Netanyahu stated, "In the last 24 hours, we have neutralized the two terrorist leaders at the top of this tyranny. Our planes are targeting terrorist elements in the field; at intersections and in city squares. We are watching you." and called on Iranians to celebrate Nowruz.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, following the deaths of senior figures in Iran, appeared before cameras alongside Defense Minister Israel Katz at the Kirya military headquarters of the Israel Defense Forces.
"TWO SENIOR FIGURES ELIMINATED"
Netanyahu stated that operations targeting key figures in the Iranian government were conducted in the last 24 hours, expressing that two senior figures were targeted. He emphasized that the operations were carried out within the framework of Israel's security.
Referring to the activities of the Israeli air force on the ground, Netanyahu noted that the attacks were ongoing and said, "Here I am with the Israeli Defense Minister, the Chief of Staff, the Head of Mossad, the Commander of the Air Force, and our senior commanders.
In the last 24 hours, we have neutralized two terrorist leaders at the top of this tyranny. Our planes are targeting terrorist elements on the ground; at intersections and in city squares." he stated.
NEVROUZ MESSAGE CAUGHT ATTENTION
Netanyahu's statement also included messages directed at the Iranian people. References to Nevruz became one of the most striking parts of the statement. The Israeli Prime Minister said, "This operation was carried out so that the brave Iranian people can celebrate the Fire Festival (Chaharshanbe Suri). So celebrate! And happy Nevruz! We are watching you."
Defense Minister Israel Katz, in his assessment, stated that the operations were being carried out in a planned and coordinated manner. Katz expressed that military steps would continue to ensure Israel's security.