Netanyahu Warns Iran: ⁣Regime Change a Possible Result of israeli Attacks

Updated june 15, 2025
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a stark warning to Iran, stating that his armed forces will take necessary actions against the country’s leadership.He suggested that ⁢regime change in Iran could “certainly be the result” of Israel’s ongoing attacks. These remarks follow a weekend of heightened conflict, with both nations exchanging strikes targeting cities and critical energy infrastructure.

As the commencement of Israel’s offensive on Friday, key figures within iran’s military and nuclear program have been ⁤killed. Airstrikes have been launched across Iran,escalating the tensions between the two Middle Eastern powers into open warfare. The role of international mediators is becoming increasingly important.

When questioned about whether the removal of ‍Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s regime was ⁢a goal of the Israeli assault, Netanyahu told Fox News that it⁣ “could certainly be the result because the leadership ⁣is very weak.” He added,”Eighty percent⁣ of the people would throw these theological thugs out. The decision to act, to⁣ rise up, is the decision of the Iranian people.”

Netanyahu ⁢declined to comment on reports that former⁢ President Donald Trump had vetoed a ⁣previous Israeli plan to assassinate Khamenei. “But I can tell you, I think that we do what we need to do, ‍we’ll do what we need to do. And I think the United States knows⁤ what⁣ is good for the United⁤ States,” he said.

Israel has historically pursued a policy of targeted assassinations against ⁢it’s adversaries. Since ⁣the oct. 7, 2023, attack by Hamas, Israeli forces have substantially weakened the leadership of ‍Hamas and Hezbollah, both ⁤militant groups backed by Iran. The escalating conflict ⁣ highlights the complex regional dynamics.

earlier on Sunday,⁤ Trump called for a resolution, stating on Truth Social that “many calls and meetings” were underway to achieve⁣ peace. “Iran‍ and Israel ‍should make a deal, and will make a deal,” he wrote.He later⁣ told ABC News that Russian President Vladimir Putin was “ready” to mediate and that he was “open” to the idea, having discussed it with Putin. the international⁢ community’s response is crucial.

Despite these calls for de-escalation, both Israel and Iran continued exchanging strikes. Israeli officials reported that their forces struck over 80 targets, including the Iranian Ministry of Defense, military and nuclear sites, and at least two energy facilities. While scores of Iranians have died, authorities have⁤ not released official casualty figures.

Iranian state media ⁤reported multiple Israeli attacks in Tehran, including two in residential areas, and a strike⁤ on a major water pipeline, causing leaks in the capital’s northern districts. Videos circulating online showed smoke plumes rising⁢ in Tehran, and police reported heavy traffic as residents fled the city. Explosions were also reported in Mashhad, indicating an expansion of Israel’s offensive.

Iran continued to launch barrages at Israel, including one Sunday afternoon⁣ and three overnight, resulting in 11 deaths and over 200 injuries. ⁢Refining infrastructure in Haifa was also hit, according to a⁣ filing from the Bazan group.

Officials from both countries traded threats. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz threatened to inflict similar destruction on Tehran as was inflicted on Beirut during last year’s offensive against Hezbollah. Iranian President Masoud pezeshkian vowed a “more painful” response if Israel continued its attacks.

What’s next

The international community is watching closely, with increased⁣ diplomatic efforts expected to try and de-escalate the conflict and prevent further regional⁢ instability.