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According to Zamir, the Israel Defense Forces maintained a high level of readiness throughout the recent confrontation with Iran.
He noted that both defensive and offensive systems were on alert, enabling Israel to intercept incoming threats and launch rapid retaliatory strikes against targets inside Iran.
The military chief revealed that the attack conducted by Israel was intended as preparation for a larger and more severe operation.
He said the Israeli military possesses the capability and readiness to return to combat and deliver deeper, more damaging strikes if circumstances require such action.
Zamir’s remarks come amid ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran following recent exchanges of missile and drone attacks.
His comments suggest that Israeli military planners had considered broader action against Iran but chose not to proceed with it at the time.
Reports circulating in Israeli and international media indicate that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had approved plans for a more extensive strike on Iran.
However, the operation was reportedly canceled after pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump, who warned that Israel could face the consequences alone if it escalated the conflict further.
The statement underscores Israel’s determination to maintain military pressure on its adversaries while signaling that future action against Iran remains a possibility if regional tensions continue to rise.
