Zamir says strike in Iran was preparation for a heavier blow, will return to bombing if needed

The recent Israeli airstrike in Iran was intended as a precursor to a potentially "much more significant and heavy" operation, IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir stated Tuesday. Speaking during a visit to Northern Command, Zamir emphasized that the Israeli military remains prepared to strike Iran again if attacked, while simultaneously continuing its efforts to dismantle terror infrastructure in southern Lebanon.

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The IDF maintained and continues to maintain alertness and immediate readiness to return to fighting in Iran.

"The IDF maintained and continues to maintain alertness and immediate readiness to return to fighting in Iran," Zamir said. "All our defense and attack arrays were alert and ready. We intercepted the threats fired at us and struck Iran quickly and powerfully. We are ready to strike Iran again with another hard and deep blow. Iran’s attempt to set equations and change reality will fail."

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We are ready to strike Iran again with another hard and deep blow. Iran’s attempt to set equations and change reality will fail.

Addressing the northern front, Zamir detailed ongoing operations against Hezbollah, including the destruction of significant underground facilities in the Buphor area used by the group as a fire base and command center. He highlighted the importance of leadership in warfare, particularly during prolonged multi-theater conflicts, stressing that command courses are vital for strengthening the IDF's foundations and maintaining its professional standards.

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IDF forces continue to fight and attack along the front defense line in southern Lebanon, destroying terror infrastructure, including significant underground facilities in the Buphor area, which Hezbollah used as a fire base and command center for combat management.

Zamir concluded by underscoring the critical role of leadership in achieving military objectives. He noted that the commanders present had experienced unprecedented combat and represented the IDF's command echelon. "The leadership and professionalism you demonstrate will determine the IDF’s ability to carry out its complex missions with excellence," he told them, urging them to "lead soldiers, defeat our enemies in battle, while adhering to operational norms and IDF values."

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The leadership and professionalism you demonstrate will determine the IDF’s ability to carry out its complex missions with excellence.