11.03.2026 07:50
In the ongoing war environment with the United States and Israel's attacks on Iran, U.S. Special Representative for the Middle East Steve Witkoff highlighted Israel's geographical and strategic vulnerability, stating, "Israel is a country that can be destroyed with a single bomb."
As tensions in the Middle East escalate due to the attacks by the US and Israel on Iran, a notable statement has come from Washington. US Special Representative for the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, made headlines with his assessment of Israel's security situation during a live broadcast on CNBC.
"ISRAEL CAN BE DESTROYED WITH A SINGLE BOMB"
Witkoff emphasized that the territories occupied by Israel are geographically small and strategically vulnerable, using striking expressions.
The US representative stated, "Let me say this: Israel is a country that can be destroyed with a single bomb. One bomb is enough to eliminate them. That is why this situation is an existential issue for Israel."
These words were interpreted as one of the most striking assessments from Washington regarding Israel's security strategy.
HE POINTED OUT IRAN'S MILITARY CAPACITY
Continuing his speech, Witkoff also addressed Iran's military capacity. He expressed that the defense systems established by the Tehran administration to protect its nuclear program have changed the balances in the region, noting that Iran's attack missiles and the defense shield protecting these missiles have increased the pressure on Israel.
The US official indicated that the missile and defense systems developed by Iran have brought the power balances in the region to a more sensitive point from Israel's perspective.
TENSIONS ARE ESCALATING IN THE MIDDLE EAST
The recent increase in attacks between Israel and Iran has further heightened tensions in the Middle East. While the US and Israel continue their military operations against Iran, the Tehran administration has also carried out counterattacks against certain targets in the region.
Experts warn that if the tensions between the parties are not brought under control, the conflict in the region could escalate into a larger war.
Witkoff's words drew attention in terms of clearly revealing the US administration's assessments regarding Israel's security vulnerabilities.