Netanyahu declares Israel-Iran war not over until enriched uranium removedenriched uranium removed
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on May 10-11, 2026, that the war with Iran is not over because Iran's enriched uranium stockpile must be removed first.
In interviews with CBS's 60 Minutes and other outlets, he emphasized dismantling Iran's nuclear capabilities as essential to ending the conflict, while avoiding details on military plans.
This position signals potential prolonged hostilities amid ongoing regional tensions involving Iran's proxies like Hezbollah.
Israeli Perspective
The war with Iran continues until all enriched uranium is removed from the country to eliminate the nuclear threat permanently. Netanyahu expressed confidence that toppling the Iranian regime would dismantle its proxy network, including Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Houthis. Israel remains committed to necessary actions, including potential military operations, without specifying timelines or plans.
- Benjamin Netanyahu has served as Israel's prime minister longer than any other leader, totaling over 17 years across multiple terms.
- Operation 'Rising Lion' and 'Lion’s Roar' were Israel's recent campaigns targeting Iran's nuclear and missile infrastructure.
- Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps, established in 1979 post-revolution, oversees proxy militias across the Middle East.
US-Iran Ceasefire War
The United States launched military strikes against Iran on June 26, 2026, in response to a drone attack on a commercial cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a "foolish violation" of the 60-day ceasefire agreement signed just days earlier[2][4][14].
26 June, 09:35 PM
US launches strikes against Iran following commercial ship attack26 June, 04:47 PM
Trump calls Iran drone attack on cargo ship a ceasefire violation
