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Israel's Defense Minister Threatens Action Against Iran Despite Cease-Fire

Israeli officials remain adamant in targeting Iranian military advancements, warning that cease-fire doesn't equate to inaction.

By Erika Solomon and Johnatan ReissSource: nytimes.com1 min read
Israel's Defense Minister Threatens Action Against Iran Despite Cease-Fire
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In brief

Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz has expressed a steadfast commitment to enforcing military actions against Iran, notwithstanding the recent cease-fire aimed at halting hostilities. In statements made to local media, Katz articulated that Israel's military will actively work to hinder Iran's development of missiles and nuclear capacities. Amid ongoing tensions, Iran's foreign minister has issued a caution, asserting that any perceived violations of the truce would prompt a robust response from Tehran. Katz emphasized that the Israeli forces aim to maintain aerial superiority while countering any advancements in Iran’s military technology, raising concerns about the fragile peace established after a recent 12-day conflict that involved U.S. military intervention.

Israel's Defense Minister Threatens Action Against Iran Despite Cease-Fire Israeli officials remain adamant in targeting Iranian military advancements, warning that cease-fire doesn't equate to inaction. Israel's Defense Minister Israel Katz has expressed a steadfast commitment to enforcing military actions against Iran, notwithstanding the recent cease-fire aimed at halting hostilities. In statements made to local media, Katz articulated that Israel's military will actively work to hinder Iran's development of missiles and nuclear capacities. Amid ongoing tensions, Iran's foreign minister has issued a caution, asserting that any perceived violations of the truce would prompt a robust response from Tehran. Katz emphasized that the Israeli forces aim to maintain aerial superiority while countering any advancements in Iran’s military technology, raising concerns about the fragile peace established after a recent 12-day conflict that involved U.S. military intervention.

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