Standing before the shattered exterior of Soroka Medical Center in Beersheba, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a sombre message conjuring up the spirit of wartime London during the Blitz.But rather than rally nationwide unity, his comments referencing his kid Avners postponed wedding stimulated widespread reaction online and among his critics.It actually advises me of the British individuals during the Blitz.
We are going through a blitz, Netanyahu stated, seeking to draw a parallel between the Nazi bombing of Britain and the ongoing Israeli-Iranian conflict.
He then mentioned the individual expense his household has borne, saying Avners wedding event had actually been postponed for the 2nd time due to rocket threats.This is the second time that my child Avner has cancelled a wedding due to missile hazards.
It is a personal expense for his bride-to-be also, and I should say that my dear partner is a hero, and she bears a personal cost, he said.Critics seized on his remarks as tone-deaf, accusing the prime minister of being mentally detached from the wars daily toll, which has left 24 Israeli civilians dead and a lot more wounded.Irans death toll is far higher, with a Washington-based rights group reporting at least 657 killed, including 263 civilians, and over 2,000 injured.The war began with a wave of surprise Israeli airstrikes on June 13 targeting Irans nuclear facilities, key military personnel, and infrastructure.
In retaliation, Iran introduced over 450 rockets and 1,000 drones, striking several Israeli cities.A missile struck Soroka healthcare facility on Thursday early morning, injuring around 80 people and harmful important facilities.
While Iran declared the designated target was a nearby Israeli military tech system, Israeli officials said there was no intelligence suggesting the health center was deliberately hit.Netanyahu, speaking in the middle of the debris, also applauded President Trumps ongoing support.
I can inform you that theyre already assisting a lot, he said, expressing trust in the US to do whats best for America.The White House confirmed that Trump would make a decision on possible direct action against Iran within two weeks.
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated continuous settlements with Tehran consist of needs for a complete stop to uranium enrichment and the taking apart of its nuclear programme.Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes have supposedly reached deep into Iran, including targets in Rasht and Isfahan.
Irans protective capabilities were noticeably strained, and with Hezbollah deteriorated and Syrias previous president Assad ousted in late 2024, Tehran appears increasingly isolated.
Iran has likewise threatened to interfere with worldwide trade through the Strait of Hormuz, caution of economic repercussions if the war continues.Source: Times of India-- Agencies