Netanyahu Vows to Press Ahead: “Campaign Not Over, Israel Will Continue Crushing Iran’s Terror Regime”

 

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared Tuesday that Israel’s military campaign against Iran is far from finished, vowing to sustain pressure on Tehran’s leadership until its “terror regime” is crushed.

In a televised statement, Netanyahu stated unequivocally: “The campaign is not over. We will continue to crush the terror regime.”

The remarks come amid an ongoing regional conflict that has stretched for over a month, with Israeli forces, supported in parts by the United States, targeting Iranian military infrastructure, nuclear and missile programs, and senior regime figures. Netanyahu emphasized that Israel has already achieved significant strategic gains, claiming it has “changed the face of the Middle East” by degrading Iran’s ability to threaten the region through its network of proxies.

He drew parallels to Israel’s actions against Hezbollah in Lebanon, describing them as “crushing attacks on Hezbollah terrorists, Iran’s puppets.” Netanyahu also suggested the campaign has shaken the foundations of Iran’s leadership, predicting that the regime will “sooner or later fall,” while stressing that full objectives have not yet been met.

The statement follows comments from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signaling potential openness to ending hostilities under certain conditions. However, Netanyahu gave no timeline for conclusion and indicated operations would persist as long as necessary to neutralize perceived existential threats from Iran’s nuclear ambitions, ballistic missiles, and support for militant groups.

This latest assertion underscores Israel’s determination to dismantle what it calls the “axis of terror” led by Tehran. Critics and regional observers note the escalating humanitarian and economic costs, including disruptions to global energy markets, while supporters view the actions as essential self-defense against decades of Iranian hostility toward Israel and its allies.

Netanyahu’s address comes on the eve of Passover, a time when he has historically framed Israel’s security challenges in terms of resilience and survival. No immediate details on specific upcoming operations were provided, and the Israeli leader took no questions from the press.c64abc

The conflict has seen reported strikes deep into Iranian territory, elimination of key Revolutionary Guard commanders, and damage to missile and nuclear-related sites, according to Israeli claims. Iran has retaliated with missile and drone attacks, including on Gulf targets, though both sides appear to be calibrating escalation.

As the situation evolves rapidly, international calls for de-escalation and diplomatic engagement have grown, even as Netanyahu signals a prolonged military posture aimed at reshaping the regional balance of power.