(Sept. 4, 2026 / JNS)
Israel is capable of toppling the Iranian regime, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday, describing the goal as “within reach.”
“I am convinced of our ability to remove this threat once and for all; meaning, to topple this regime,” Netanyahu said at a Rosh Hashanah toast with the IDF General Staff Forum at the Kirya military headquarters in Tel Aviv. “This is the central mission still before us, but it is close. It is not impossible. It is within reach.”
Netanyahu was joined by Defense Minister Israel Katz, IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir and members of the General Staff.
The prime minister said that Israel had achieved historic gains during three years of war, including in its operations against Iran.
“We faced the threat of annihilation by a regime that aspires to eradicate us and wants to arm itself with nuclear bombs to destroy us. We have pushed back this threat and other threats as well,” Netanyahu said.
Netanyahu noted that while Iran continues to attack other countries, it has refrained from attacking Israel.
“They are not just failing to attack us. They attack everyone, except us. They know our power, the force of our arm and our determination,” he said. “This regime is currently faltering. It is weaker than ever before. It is fighting for its life.”
The premier issued a warning to Israel’s enemies.
“I say to our enemies: Do not mess with us. If you have learned anything, do not mess with us,” Netanyahu continued. “We have the power, the determination and the internal unity to overcome you, and that is what I wish for the people of Israel in the coming year.”
He concluded, “Happy New Year to you.”