Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly dismissed widespread speculation about his condition, confirming he is alive during a late-night press conference amid ongoing conflict. Addressing media directly, Netanyahu stated, “I am alive, and you are all witnesses,” putting an end to rumors that had intensified after his prolonged absence from public view. In recent days, questions had surfaced globally regarding his whereabouts, with some circulating videos being dismissed by critics as AI-generated. His appearance marks a significant moment as tensions continue to escalate between Israel and Iran. During the briefing, Netanyahu made strong claims about the war’s trajectory, asserting that Iran is heading toward defeat and that Israel is making decisive gains. He reiterated that Iran will not be allowed to develop nuclear weapons or advance its uranium enrichment capabilities. He also claimed that Iran’s ballistic missile program would be curtailed. Netanyahu further clarified that the United States, previously linked in speculation, was not involved in recent strikes on Iranian gas fields. He added that Israel does not intend to escalate attacks on such energy infrastructure moving forward. Meanwhile, tensions widened as reports emerged of a drone strike on a major oil refinery in Kuwait, signaling growing regional instability.


