IDF general Amir Avivi says Iranian port blast was a planned attack

In an interview with The Media Line, Gen. Amir Avivi indicated a possible Israeli role in a chemical strike on Iranian rocket fuel, emphasizing it was a planned attack. He cautioned against trusting Iran in upcoming US-Iran negotiations, urging President Trump to decisively confront Iran’s nuclear ambitions and proposing a significant airstrike to cripple its military response. Regarding the Gaza conflict, Avivi reaffirmed Israel’s goals to eliminate Hamas and secure the release of hostages, stressing that troop morale hinges on clear objectives and a commitment to victory.