Jerusalem: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has pledged that the ongoing military confrontation involving Israel, the United States, and Iran will be decisive and time-bound, rejecting the prospect of a drawn-out conflict.
In an interview on Hannity, Netanyahu described the campaign as a strategic move aimed at reshaping regional security. “This is not going to be an endless war. It is meant to open the door to a new reality of peace,” he said, expressing confidence that the operation would produce lasting stability in the Middle East.
His remarks come as fighting between Israeli and American forces and Iran intensifies, with cross-border strikes widening the scope of the confrontation. U.S. President Donald Trump indicated the military phase could extend for several weeks, even as Washington insists the objectives are limited and clearly defined.
Meanwhile, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio addressed concerns over surging global oil prices linked to the crisis. Speaking on Capitol Hill, Rubio said the administration is preparing measures to shield American consumers from rising energy costs. He noted that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Energy Secretary Chris Wright are expected to outline steps aimed at stabilizing markets and preventing domestic fuel price spikes.
The conflict has spilled beyond Israel and Iran, affecting multiple Gulf states. Saudi authorities reported that two drones targeted the U.S. Embassy compound in Riyadh early Tuesday, sparking a limited fire and causing minor structural damage. No casualties were immediately reported. A day earlier, the American diplomatic compound in Kuwait also sustained a strike.
Iran and allied groups have launched retaliatory attacks on Israeli territory and strategic sites across the region, including energy infrastructure in Qatar. The escalation has rattled financial markets and disrupted international travel, leaving hundreds of thousands of passengers stranded as airlines suspend routes over security fears.
The reported killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, has further heightened tensions and raised questions about Tehran’s next move. Analysts warn that leadership uncertainty inside Iran could either accelerate de-escalation efforts or intensify reprisals.
Despite the widening fallout, Netanyahu maintains that the military campaign is designed to deliver a rapid outcome rather than entrench a prolonged regional war. Whether that objective can be achieved amid mounting cross-border strikes and economic shockwaves remains uncertain.
