Key Facts
• June 19, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu stated plans to attack all Iranian nuclear sites.
• Netanyahu emphasized Israel’s capability to execute such attacks, including underground facilities.
• Iran’s Fordow nuclear site, located 80 meters underground, may require U.S. bunker-buster bombs.
• Netanyahu hinted at potential solo strikes, aiming to deter Iran.
• Israel seeks U.S. involvement but left the decision to former President Trump.
• Netanyahu stated regime collapse in Iran is not a goal but a possible outcome.
• June 19, Israel bombed inactive reactors in Iran’s Khondab region.
• Iran retaliated by launching missiles at a hospital in Beersheba, southern Israel.
• Netanyahu condemned Iran for targeting a pediatric ward during his hospital visit.
Summary
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared on June 19 that Israel is prepared to attack all Iranian nuclear facilities, including underground sites like the Fordow facility, which may require advanced U.S. bunker-buster bombs. While Israel seeks U.S. involvement, Netanyahu left the decision to former President Trump. He also noted that while regime collapse in Iran is not a goal, it could occur as a result. On the same day, Israel bombed inactive nuclear reactors in Iran’s Khondab region, prompting Iran to retaliate with missile strikes on a hospital in Beersheba, Israel. Netanyahu condemned the attack, accusing Iran of targeting a pediatric ward. The escalating conflict highlights growing tensions between the two nations.
