On June 8, local time, Netanyahu delivered a video message in which he said, "In the past 24 hours, Iran and Hezbollah attempted to impose a new equation on us, which is intolerable and unacceptable."
Netanyahu claimed that Iran and Hezbollah are weaker than ever, asserting, "Iran and Hezbollah are weaker than at any time, and we are stronger than ever. However, the struggle with them is not over."
This message came shortly after U.S. President Donald Trump urged restraint in escalating the conflict. Trump called for an immediate halt to attacks between Israel and Iran and reportedly pressured Netanyahu not to resume war with Iran.
Netanyahu explained that the conflict is currently under control, stating, "Airstrikes on this front have been paused for the time being because the terrorist regime in Tehran has been hit and has stopped its attacks against us."
However, he insisted that the cessation of Iranian attacks was a result of Israel's military actions, framing the pause not as a signal of peace but as a consequence of Israel's response.
He warned, "If that terrorist regime makes the mistake of attacking us again, we will respond with overwhelming force."
Netanyahu also emphasized Israel's right to self-defense, stating, "Israel has complete self-defense rights and will exercise them as necessary." Regarding his conversation with Trump, he noted, "We are having good discussions with respect and gratitude."
Iran has also announced the cessation of military operations against Israel but warned that it would respond more forcefully if Israel attacks Lebanese or Iranian territory again.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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