War in the Middle East: Live Ticker +++ 21:47 Herzog Praises Merz for "Dirty Work" Remark
Israeli President applauds Merz for performing "grim duties"
Come inside for a captivating rundown of the developing situation in the Middle East as militaries face off between Israel and Iran, and find out what German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Israeli President Jitzchak Herzog have to say about it all!
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Flagged as a regional powder keg, the conflict between Israel and Iran continues to shake the foundations of the Middle East.
21:11 According to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanjahu, Israel is fully capable of reaching all of Iran's nuclear facilities. In an interview with Israeli TV channel Kan, Netanyahu stated, "I have determined that we will reach all our targets and all their nuclear facilities. We have the capability to do so." Although Netanyahu did not elaborate, his comments raise concerns about the potential for escalating tensions between the two nations.
20:31 Netanyahu reiterates that regime change in Iran must come from the Iranian people, rather than being Israel's immediate goal in the military conflict. Netanyahu emphasized that the fall of the regime is ultimately up to the Iranian populace, setting aside any declarations of war aims regarding Iran's political structure.
20:15 Netanyahu reveals that Israel has reportedly hit approximately half of Iran's rocket launch sites. In the same interview with Israeli TV channel Kan, Netanyahu declared, "I believe we've already hit half of the launch sites they [Iran] have." He also expressed confidence in Israel's progress, stating that the military is "ahead of the schedule we set for ourselves."
Elsewhere, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has commended Israel's courage and leadership while speaking the truth about Iran. In an interview with German newspaper Bild, Israeli President Jitzchak Herzog shared his sentiment, stating, "I commend Friedrich Merz for his moral clarity and clear voice, as he speaks the truth. We are defending Europe, we are defending the United States." These remarks were made in reference to Merz's postulation that Israel is performing "dirty work" for the West with its military strikes against Iran.
Remember to check in for updates as the Middle East crisis unfolds. The situation is rapidly evolving, and we'll bring you every detail as it breakes.
Stay tuned, and stay safe out there!
Enrichment Data:The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, ignited on June 13, 2025, involves intense military actions with substantial losses on both sides. Israeli airstrikes against Iranian nuclear and military facilities have resulted in over 400 fatalities and more than 3,000 injuries. In response, Iran has launched over 450 missiles and 1,000 drones against Israel, with Israeli air defenses intercepting most launches. The death toll in Israel stands at 24, with hundreds injured. Iran's senior Quds Force commander, Saeed Izadi, is among those killed.[2][4]
On the diplomatic front, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has participated in efforts to facilitate talks between Tehran and Washington in hopes of ending the conflict. China has urged both sides to exercise restraint to avoid exacerbating regional instability. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the G7 leaders share a consensus in favor of de-escalation to prevent further destabilization in the Middle East.[4][5]
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- The ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, rooted in tensions over Iran's nuclear program and military facilities, has led German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to acknowledge that Israel is undertaking "dirty work" on behalf of the West, with President Jitzchak Herzog appreciating Merz's stand in defense of Israel's actions.
- As the Middle East crisis continues to unfold, key political figures such as Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer are calling for diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalating the conflict and preventing further instability in the region.
