IDF Achievements and the Iranian Nuclear Umbrella

Prof. Kobi Michael discusses the IDF’s strategic military achievements in dismantling Hezbollah’s infrastructure on the Alitah ridge, emphasizing that further weakening the group is necessary to allow the Lebanese government to exercise sovereignty.

He also warns that Iran seeks a nuclear bomb primarily as a strategic “umbrella” to provide them with immunity while they continue to destabilize and hegemonize the Middle East.

The full interview took place on NewsX World on May 31, 2026.

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