Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday issued a series of pointed threats against Iran and its regional allies, warning of an “expanded Israeli response” that could reach beyond the borders of Yemen.
“Israel’s response will not be confined to Yemen,” Netanyahu declared. “It will extend to Lebanon and every other front.” He claimed that Israel has dealt blows to the Iranian axis across multiple theaters, signaling a broader strategy to counter Tehran’s regional influence.
In his remarks, Netanyahu hailed recent Israeli military operations against Iran-backed groups—including strikes in Yemen—as successful. He praised coordination with the United States, noting that Houthi rebels have been “taking heavy hits” from American forces, and vowed that Israel’s retaliation would be “severe” in response to any further attacks.
Referring specifically to a Houthi drone attack involving a UAV named “Yafa” (Jaffa), Netanyahu said: “The Houthis brag about sending a drone named Yafa. Let me be clear: Jaffa is not occupied—and our harsh response is coming.”
The Prime Minister also reiterated his intention to dismantle Hamas in Gaza, secure the release of hostages, and achieve “all the goals” of Israel’s ongoing military campaign. He used the opportunity to criticize the head of Israel’s domestic security service (Shin Bet), accusing him of “a monumental failure” during the Hamas-led assault on October 7.
Netanyahu concluded his speech with a stark warning, saying Israel would never allow the establishment of a caliphate on the Mediterranean coast, and that there would be “no civil war in Israel.”
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