President Isaac Herzog sharply criticized European governments for what he described as their failure to confront Iran, warning that they could eventually face direct threats themselves. Speaking during a live discussion with supporters of StandWithUs, he argued that Israel's military actions are not only defending its own citizens but also protecting Europe from Iranian aggression, citing Tehran's long range missile capabilities.

Herzog urged European leaders to take a firmer stance, calling Iran a rogue state and an evil regime that must be stopped. He said the current campaign aims to curb Iran's nuclear ambitions and weaken its long range missile arsenal, while acknowledging that regime change is an unofficial objective. He also praised President Donald Trump for what he called a courageous and historic role in reshaping the Middle East.

Looking ahead, Herzog expressed hope for broader regional change, including expanded normalization between Israel and moderate Arab states and the potential for future dialogue with the Palestinians if destabilizing groups are sidelined. He also noted Israel's internal political divisions and predicted elections within about six months, emphasizing his role in preventing deeper national rifts.