Israel's Netanyahu: The Iranians are trying to build nuclear weapons and ballistic missiles, and we are working to prevent them from doing so.

Israel's Netanyahu: The Iranians are trying to build nuclear weapons and ballistic missiles, and we are working to prevent them from doing so.

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated Israel's stance on Iran's nuclear ambitions, stating that the country is actively working to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons and ballistic missiles. In a recent interview with Fox News, Netanyahu confirmed that the U.S. was notified ahead of time about Israel's preemptive strike on Iran, which targeted key officials involved in Iran's nuclear program and ballistic missile arsenal [1].

The strike, which occurred on Friday, was a response to Iran's growing nuclear capabilities and its refusal to dismantle its program. Israel has long maintained that it will not allow Iran to develop nuclear weapons, a stance that has been echoed by the U.S. and other Western nations. The attack comes as tensions between Israel and Iran have reached new heights, with Iran's nuclear program advancing rapidly [2].

In the interview, Netanyahu also disclosed that an additional top Iranian leader, the chief intelligence officer and his deputy, have been killed by Israel. Iran has responded to the strikes by launching dozens of ballistic missiles toward Israel, with the U.S. not providing any military assistance during the Israeli operation [2].

The strike has drawn international attention and criticism, with some countries condemning the action. Australia and New Zealand, for example, have expressed alarm over the escalation and the potential for further destabilization in the region [3].

Netanyahu's statements underscore Israel's determination to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and ballistic missiles, which it sees as an existential threat. The ongoing conflict highlights the complex geopolitical landscape in the Middle East and the challenges posed by Iran's nuclear program.

References:
[1] https://www.tradingview.com/news/macenews:8e65bdda1094b:0-israel-iran-update-israel-pm-netanyahu-tells-fox-us-was-notified-ahead-of-time-of-attack-on-iran/
[2] https://abcnews.go.com/International/live-updates/middle-east-live-updates-israel-launches-preemptive-strike?entryId=122804792&id=122797400
[3] https://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/trending/live-updates-israel-attacks-iran/