Overview
- Speaking from the Israeli Air Force command center at the Kirya, Netanyahu addressed Iranians directly with senior defense chiefs at his side.
- He said Israeli forces killed two senior figures in the past 24 hours, identifying Ali Larijani and a Basij commander as targets.
- Netanyahu stated that Israeli aircraft are striking operatives in roads, crossroads, and city squares across Iran.
- He framed the campaign as pressure on what he called a tyranny and as a gesture intended to let Iranians mark the Festival of Fire, adding, “We’re watching from above.”
- Iranian authorities warned of punishments for disruptive festival behavior, while exiled Prince Reza Pahlavi urged public celebrations and asked global figures to monitor events.