Netanyahu Rules Out Preemptive Strike on Iran Before Election

The Hindu - International · world

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, that he does not favour a preemptive strike against Iran before the upcoming October 27 election. He warned Tehran and its proxies against attacking Israel, stating that any Israeli response to an attack would be forceful. Netanyahu also commented on the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran, which began on February 28, and mentioned that many Middle Eastern countries are turning to Israel for support. Defence Minister Israel Katz issued a stern warning to Hezbollah against attacking Israel.