Senior Israeli officials have confirmed the ultimate goal of Operation Roaring Lion is toppling the Iranian regime.
They stressed there is no certainty the objective will be achieved, as the success of the move depends heavily on the Iranian people and internal dynamics within the country.
The officials noted that even if the Islamic Republic remains intact, dealing a harsh blow to its missile and weapons infrastructure is a vital objective for Israeli security.
An Israeli official said, "There was an operational necessity to take action now because of what they built over the past six months, driven by their irrational belief that Israel must be destroyed."
The official added that Iran's conduct was with an "extent of armament that no responsible country can allow its enemy to build," and emphasized, "Therefore, even if the regime does not fall – there is supreme justification for the operation."
