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Netanyahu says Iran developing ‘weapons of death,’ orders IDF, Mossad to topple regime

Following a report that Trump blocked a planned Israeli attack on Iran, Netanyahu tells graduating officers that regime change is the only solution; the attorney general bars a livestream over electioneering concerns, as Katz warns: ‘Iran will burn’

Netanyahu says Iran developing ‘weapons of death,’ orders IDF, Mossad to topple regime

At 2:14 a.m., aged 77, Benjamin Netanyahu was a bundle of energy. He wanted to know if his staff were tired, but they admitted they were more so. A birthday celebration had been organized with chocolates and treats for the prime minister. The birthday man had a clear purpose and spoke of defeating Iran's nuclear program and forging peace treaties.

His partnership with US President Donald Trump was central to his campaign. Iran was viewed as a threat, and Netanyahu threatened military action if Iran interfered with the election. Despite acknowledging Iran's capabilities, he argued that his government's actions had weakened their position. Netanyahu's election would require finishing work beyond the election, extending far beyond military strikes.

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