An Iranian military official has warned that Iran could target Israel’s nuclear facility at the Negev Nuclear Research Center if the United States and Israel attempt to pursue regime change in Tehran, according to comments reported by the semi-official Iranian news agency ISNA.
The statement comes at a time of heightened tensions in the Middle East, where Iran and Israel have exchanged threats and military actions in recent months. Analysts say the growing hostility between the two countries has significantly increased concerns about a wider regional conflict.
According to the report, the Iranian official said Tehran would be prepared to respond if it believed outside powers were attempting to destabilize or overthrow Iran’s government. However, no specific timeline or operational details were provided regarding how such an attack might occur.
The warning follows repeated statements from officials in Washington and Tel Aviv expressing opposition to Iran’s nuclear ambitions and its broader role in regional security dynamics. Both governments have maintained that preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons remains a key strategic objective.
Security experts say Iran’s latest comments may be intended as a deterrent signal, aimed at discouraging further military pressure while demonstrating that Tehran is prepared to escalate if it feels directly threatened.
Israel has not immediately issued a formal response to the remarks. In the past, however, Israeli leaders have stated that the country will defend its strategic infrastructure and national security interests if necessary.
Regional analysts caution that the increasingly sharp rhetoric between Iran, Israel, and their allies raises the risk of miscalculation or unintended escalation in an already unstable geopolitical environment.
For now, diplomats and international observers continue to monitor developments closely, as tensions remain high and the potential consequences of any military escalation could extend far beyond the region.
