2025-01-26T16:30:49+00:00

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Shafaq News/ Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz on Sunday hinted at
potential action against Iran in the coming months, in a congratulatory letter
to newly appointed US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.

“Iran and its partners continue to threaten regional and global
stability. The upcoming months present us with challenges that require military
readiness and opportunities to further our strategic goals,” Katz wrote,
expressing confidence in US-Israeli cooperation.

In support of Gaza, Israel has faced attacks from Iran-backed Hamas,
Hezbollah in Lebanon, and factions in Yemen, Iraq, and the occupied West Bank.
Additionally, Tehran has directly targeted Israel twice in response to Israeli
strikes on Iranian assets.

Katz noted Israel’s preparedness to confront Iran, specifically
mentioning vulnerabilities in Tehran’s nuclear infrastructure.

“The support of the United States during the war highlights the
strength and importance of our defense partnership, proving that when we stand
together, we are stronger,” Katz added, referencing Washington’s ongoing
military aid, including the delivery of F-35 and F-15-EX fighter jets to
Israel.

He described the bilateral defense alliance as “marked by shared goals
and values of peace, security, and prosperity,” emphasizing the need for
technological and military collaboration.