Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed that Iran’s nuclear programme and missile infrastructure have been “severely damaged,” stating that Tehran is now under significant pressure. He said the situation in the region has shifted dramatically since joint US–Israel operations began on February 28, asserting that Iran’s earlier strategy of encircling Israel through proxy groups such as Hamas and Hezbollah has now weakened.
Netanyahu further stated that Israel has achieved “historic gains” by disrupting Iran’s strategic plans, adding that the country is now focused more on its own survival than regional expansion. His remarks come amid continued escalation in West Asia, with geopolitical tensions remaining high across multiple fronts.
In parallel, diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran held in Pakistan concluded without any agreement after 21 hours of discussions. US Vice President JD Vance said the talks failed due to Iran’s refusal to provide a clear commitment on not developing nuclear weapons, while Iran accused Washington of imposing unrealistic and rigid conditions.
US President Donald Trump claimed that American military actions had significantly weakened Iran’s capabilities, while Iran and the US also exchanged sharp statements over maritime tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Amid the deadlock, Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said efforts to mediate between the two sides would continue despite the failure of the latest round of talks.