Iran-United States-Israel Conflict: A Dire Toll

Minister Katz reveals: Iran operation moved up months ahead of schedule

Defense Minister Israel Katz says the Iran operation was originally planned for mid-year but was advanced due to developments and US coordination.

Israel's Initial Plan Was To Strike Iran Months Later, Defence Minister Reveals

Israel had initially planned to strike Iran in mid-2026, but developments inside the Islamic republic and shifting regional dynamics brought the timetable forward to February, Defence Minister Israel Katz said on Wednesday.

Israel says the Iran offensive was originally planned for mid-2026

Defense Minister Israel Katz has told military intelligence officers that the operation was moved up because of “developments and circumstances” including events inside Iran and “the position of the President of the United States, and the whole possibility of creating a combined operation here.” The comments were provided by his office. (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewr…

Israel Initially Planned to Strike Iran in Mid-2026, Reveals Minister

Israel had initially planned to strike Iran in mid-2026, but developments inside the country and shifting regional dynamics brought the timetable forward to February, Defense Minister Israel Katz said on Wednesday. "An operation was planned for the middle of the year with the same target set," Katz said in an address to military intelligence officials, according to a statement issued by his office.