Israel's defence chief says war with Iran entering “decisive phase”

Israel’s Defence Minister, Israel Katz, said the war with Iran is entering a “decisive phase” and praised recent United States strikes on targets at Iran’s oil export terminal on Kharg Island.

Washington said the strikes targeted facilities it described as military installations located at the strategic Iranian oil export hub.

In a televised address to Israel’s senior military leadership, Katz said the confrontation with Tehran is intensifying.

“The global and regional struggle against Iran, led by Donald Trump, the president of the United States, and Benjamin Netanyahu, the prime minister of Israel, is intensifying and entering a decisive phase that will last as long as necessary,” Katz said.

His remarks come as fighting between Israel and Iran continues to escalate across the region.

By Tamilla Hasanova