Israeli Prime Minister (PM) Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel is engaged in a "difficult existential war" with "painful sacrifices." Netanyahu added that the strike on Iran was powerful, precise, and achieved all its objectives. Addressing the Iranian people, he emphasized, "Our war is not against you."
Meanwhile, Israeli President Isaac Herzog called for the release of captives from Gaza, noting that the reported killing of Hamas political leader Yahya Sinwar has "created an opportunity that should not be missed."