Smotrich's Statements on the U.S.-Iran Conflict

No Direct Involvement: Smotrich remarked that Israel has "no interest" in actively joining the military campaign, noting that a localized conflict fought by the U.S. is the most favorable and correct situation for Israel.Strategic Benefit: He argued that sustained pressure and confrontation weaken Israel's adversary without requiring direct Israeli military expenditure or casualties.

Ultimate Goal: He emphasized that Israel's core objective remains the long-term destabilization and potential overthrow of the Iranian regime, even if tactical approaches differ from Washington's.