Israel Clarifies Tehran Warning: No Direct Harm to Civilians, But Regime Targets Will Be Hit
Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz clarified his warning to Tehran, stating civilians are not targets. Strikes will focus on Iranian regime and security sites in response to attacks on Israel
Enet
Following international concern over his warning that “residents of Tehran will face consequences,” Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has clarified that Israel has no intention of targeting civilians in Iran.
In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), Katz explained that his earlier remarks referred to Iran’s leadership and military infrastructure, not to ordinary citizens.
“There is no plan to harm the people of Tehran directly,” Katz wrote. “But they will face the costs of the regime’s decisions — including the need to leave their homes near regime and security targets.”
The clarification follows Israeli retaliation threats after Iranian missile strikes killed five civilians in Israel and injured over 90 others. Katz had initially warned that Tehran would feel the impact of its aggression, sparking concerns of an expanded war.
His latest comments emphasize that Israel’s goal is to defend its citizens by focusing strikes on military and government targets associated with Iran’s leadership and operations.
“Israel will continue to act against those who threaten its people,” Katz added, reaffirming the government’s commitment to national defense while signaling an effort to avoid civilian harm.
Tensions remain high in the region as international leaders call for de-escalation and restraint.
