Israel's Aggressive Stance: Defense Minister Katz Threatens Iranian Spiritual Leader Ayatollah Khamenei
Israeli official announces Khamenei as intended target for attack
In a striking turn of events, Israel's Defense Minister, Israel Katz, has openly threatened Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Katz's statements follow the devastating impact of Iranian missile strikes in southern Israel, resulting in over 240 casualties and severe damage to an Israeli hospital[1].
Katz made it clear on June 19, 2025, that the Israeli military has been instructed to ensure Khamenei “absolutely should not continue to exist”[3]. This bold declaration is a dramatic shift in Israel's approach to Iran, indicating a more aggressive military strategy.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also took a hardline stance, suggesting that Khamenei’s death would mark the end of the conflict and emphasizing the necessity of confronting Iran's nuclear ambitions and regime threats[3]. Though Netanyahu stopped short of confirming assassination plans, his statement implies that Israel is acting decisively against Iran’s leaders.
These assertions follow a series of Israeli airstrikes on Iran's nuclear infrastructure, such as the recent attack on the heavy water reactor in Arak. This escalation underscores a conscious effort to weaken both Iran's nuclear program and its regime leadership[1][3].
Amidst these heightened tensions, Israel's National Security Adviser Tzachi Hanegbi clarified that, at present, there are no plans to assassinate Khamenei, but the US has reportedly objected to Israel’s proposed tactics[2].
Iran hasn't been shy about responding to Israel's aggression either, with their recent missile strikes causing widespread devastation in Israel, injuring over 240 people[1]. The Iranian leadership has vowed to exact a heavy price for their actions.
References
- nypost.com
- cnn.com
- washingtonpost.com
- politico.com
Keywords:
- Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
- Israel
- Iran
- Middle East Conflict
- Nuclear program
[1] Retrieved on June 21, 2025, from nypost.com/2025/06/20/israeli-defense-minister-threatens-iranian-spiritual-leader-ayatollah-khamenei/[2] Retrieved on June 21, 2025, from cnn.com/2025/06/19/middleeast/israel-iran-us-tensions/index.html[3] Retrieved on June 21, 2025, from washingtonpost.com/world/middle_east/iran-israel-vows-to-intensify-attacks-on-iran-nuclear-program-after-missile-strikes/2025/06/20/9ab352b2-cc92-11eb-be44-a4f094b2e4e1_story.html[4] Retrieved on June 21, 2025, from politico.com/news/2025/06/20/israel-netanyahu-elections-iran-430215
The European Union, adhering to the UN Charter, is cautiously observing the escalating Middle East Conflict between Israel and Iran, particularly the aggressive stance of Israel's Defense Minister, Israel Katz, towards Iranian Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. This political tension, marked by war-and-conflicts and nuclear program concerns, is general news that demands global attention.
