Netanyahu Adviser: Iran Regime’s ‘Moment is Approaching’

Israel Escalates Pressure on Iran, Eyes Regime Change

TEL AVIV – A top Israeli adviser to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that the “moment is rapidly approaching” for the Iranian people to rise up against their regime, signaling a significant escalation in rhetoric and a potential shift in Israel’s strategy towards Iran. The comments, made by an unnamed adviser speaking to a news outlet, suggest Israel is actively working to degrade Iran’s capabilities and is encouraging internal dissent, with the ultimate goal of removing the Ayatollah regime.

Degrading Capabilities, Empowering the People

The adviser asserted that Israel has been “hitting the Iranian Ayatollah regime harder than ever before,” aiming to reduce its military capabilities “almost back to the stone age.” The strategy, as described, involves not only weakening the regime’s military power but also empowering the Iranian populace. “We are going to pass that torch to the Iranian people, and they’ll need to seize the moment,” the adviser stated, indicating a belief that internal pressure is a crucial component of the overall strategy.

When pressed on the timeline, the adviser suggested that while it “might take time,” it would not be an extended period. The expectation is that “the Iranian people will know what to do” when the opportunity arises. This approach appears to be a dual-pronged strategy: dismantling the regime’s offensive power while fostering conditions for internal change.

‘Removing the Existential Threat’

Israel’s ultimate objective, according to the adviser, is clear: “to remove the existential threat posed by the Ayatollah regime.” The preferred method for achieving this is the direct removal of the regime itself. However, degrading its capabilities to the point where it “has no capabilities left” is presented as a parallel and equally valid objective. “Remove the regime, degrade the capability. Either they surrender or have no capability. And that’s the plan,” the adviser explained.

Just War, Just Means?

Addressing questions about Israel initiating conflict and potentially drawing the United States into it, the adviser refuted the notion of external pressure on President Trump. “Nobody pressures President Trump to do anything that he doesn’t want to do. He made the decision,” the adviser asserted, framing the U.S. involvement as a response to an “imminent threat” and a “just war being waged by just means.”

The basis for this perceived imminent threat was attributed to Iran’s long-standing rhetoric, including chants of “Death to America” and “Death to Israel” for 47 years. The adviser also pointed to Iran’s advancements in ballistic missile technology and its alleged deception during negotiations as indicators of hostile intent. “They always lie,” the adviser remarked, urging listeners to “listen to your negotiators. They’ll tell you the truth.” The threat was described as encompassing potential attacks on Israel, American bases, and the U.S. mainland, as well as ongoing aggression against neighboring countries.

“For 47 years, this regime has been calling death to America, death to Israel. It has been murdering innocent civilians, American civilians, Israeli civilians and the Iranian people. They’ve been slaughtering the Iranian people on the streets, thousands of them, tens of thousands of them.”

Nuclear Ambitions and Blackmail

The adviser also touched upon Iran’s alleged nuclear ambitions, stating that the regime “wanted it” and “were planning it.” While not confirming a precise timeline for Iran being “weeks away” from developing a nuclear weapon, the adviser maintained that it represented an “imminent threat.” The concern was that Iran would use its nuclear capabilities for blackmail, similar to how it allegedly uses oil. “We. President Trump is saving the free world right now,” the adviser concluded.

The Northern Front: Lebanon and Hezbollah

Turning to the escalating conflict on Israel’s northern border, the adviser addressed the situation with Lebanon and Hezbollah. The message to the Lebanese people and government was direct: “take their destiny in their own hands” and “take their country back.” The expectation is that the Lebanese government should disarm Hezbollah, as previously agreed. Failure to do so, or continued attacks by Hezbollah, would result in a response that would make “Deir [the neighborhood in south Beirut] look like Gaza,” implying severe Israeli military action.

This strategy in Lebanon mirrors the approach towards Iran, aiming to pressure the governing entities while hoping for the populace or internal forces to take control. The adviser stressed that Israel is “not looking for escalation, but if they attack us, there’ll be a big, big mistake.”

Reports from Tel Aviv indicate that Hezbollah, the militia engaged in firing rockets, is in an “open war” with Israel, a conflict that appears to be intensifying. The Lebanese government, meanwhile, is reportedly calling for de-escalation, ceasefire talks, and the disarmament of Hezbollah, seeking to prevent a wider regional conflagration.

Looking Ahead

The coming weeks will be critical in observing whether Israel’s intensified pressure on Iran yields the desired internal uprising or further escalates regional tensions. The international community will be closely watching the developments on the Lebanese front and seeking clarity on the precise nature of the intelligence that led to the U.S. and Israeli actions against Iran. The effectiveness of degrading Iran’s military capabilities and the potential for a broader conflict remain the paramount concerns.

Source: Top Israeli adviser to Netanyahu speaks about Iran war (YouTube)