Netanyahu: Iran's Leadership Fall Not Goal, But Possible Outcome
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on Thursday that changing or toppling Iran's leadership is not Israel's primary objective. However, he acknowledged that such a change could occur as a consequence of Israel's actions. 'The matter of changing the regime or the fall of this regime is first and foremost a matter for the Iranian people. There is no substitute for this,' Netanyahu explained during an interview with Israel's Kan public television. Israel's Military Capabilities
Netanyahu emphasized Israel's capability to eliminate all of Iran's nuclear facilities, regardless of US President Donald Trump's involvement. He made these remarks just before the White House announced that Trump would decide within two weeks whether to engage in the situation. Military analysts suggest that Israel may require US military bunker-busting bombs to effectively target the Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant. This facility, considered the crown jewel of Iran's nuclear program, lies buried beneath a mountain near Qom. Netanyahu on US Involvement
When asked if Israel could address the Fordow facility independently or with US assistance, Netanyahu responded, 'We have the power to remove all our targets, all their nuclear facilities. However, the president's decision on whether he wants to join or not is again his decision.' He added, 'He will do what is good for the United States, and I will do what is good for the State of Israel. Up to this moment, everyone is doing their part.'
On Wednesday, Trump asserted that the United States alone possesses the capability to destroy or dismantle the Fordow facility. 'But that doesn't mean I'm going to do it – at all,' Trump stated, highlighting the complexities of the situation.
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