IDF Chief of Staff: “Anyone Who Harms Israel Will Pay – Everywhere, Every Arena”

In a public statement, IDF Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi addressed the nation following the ongoing Iranian attacks: “Citizens of Israel, I assure you—anyone who harms you will pay and will pay a heavy price. Everywhere. In every arena.” He added that the timing of Israel’s operations was strategic and unavoidable: “We knew there would be prices to pay. These attacks prove why we acted when we did—before it was too late.” The IDF continues operations against Iranian military infrastructure across multiple fronts.