"The days are over when someone strikes us and we don't hit back with a decisive blow," said Israeli Prime Minsiter Benjamin Netanyahu.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu holds a news conference, following a US-Iran deal, in Jerusalem, Jun 15, 2026. (Photo: REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun)
15 Jul 2026 01:24AM
JERUSALEM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Tuesday (Jul 14) to strike powerfully against Iran if it staged a new attack on his country."I will say it to the leaders of Iran: Do not count on things remaining quiet if you attack us," Netanyahu said at a conference in Dimona.The southern town hosts a facility officially dedicated to nuclear research but is widely believed to house Israel's undeclared nuclear arsenal."The days are over when someone strikes us and we don't hit back with a decisive blow," Netanyahu added.He said the strikes would be more powerful than the ones carried out jointly with key ally the United States earlier this year."Do not count on a rerun," Netanyahu said, referring to the previous attacks on Iran, according to a video released by his office."Because it will not be a rerun, and that was already powerful enough. This will be a different event, much more powerful."
