Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the war with Iran is not over and Israel remains prepared for all scenarios [1].

This stance creates a significant diplomatic tension as the U.S. and Iran pursue a peace deal. While international mediators seek a resolution, Israel's commitment to removing Iran's enriched uranium and dismantling its nuclear facilities suggests that a regional ceasefire may not include a full cessation of Israeli operations [1, 2].

Netanyahu said these statements publicly in Israel and during a visit to a missile-strike site in Iran [3]. He said, "The war with Iran is not over" [1]. He said that Israel is ready for all scenarios and will complete all missions [2, 3].

These declarations come amid reports of a 14-point draft pact between Tehran and Washington [2]. Some reports indicate the U.S. administration expects a response from Iran within 48 hours, with potential talks occurring in Pakistan and Saudi Arabia [2]. However, the security environment remains volatile. Data indicates three Iran-linked tankers recently crossed the Strait of Hormuz amid a U.S. blockade [4].

The human cost of the conflict continues to mount. Reports indicate about 140 U.S. troops were injured during the war, with eight of those injuries classified as severe [5].

Despite the existence of a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, the Israeli leadership views the conflict as ongoing [1, 4]. This divergence in goals — diplomatic stabilization by the U.S. versus the total elimination of nuclear capabilities by Israel — complicates the path toward a lasting regional peace.

“"The war with Iran is not over."”

The disconnect between the U.S. diplomatic efforts and Israel's military objectives suggests a fractured coalition in the effort to contain Iran. While Washington prioritizes a negotiated peace deal to stabilize the Strait of Hormuz and reduce troop casualties, Netanyahu's focus on the total dismantlement of nuclear infrastructure indicates that Israel may act unilaterally if a diplomatic agreement does not satisfy its security requirements.