Israel Katz & Pete Hegseth
28 shared events · Importance 5 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026
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Israel Katz: Israel Katz, Israel's Defense Minister, described the attacks on Iran as being done 'to remove threats' and warned that Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem is a 'target for elimination'.
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, US Defense Secretary, defended the joint US-Israeli attacks, stating that Iran 'had a gun to our head' and that the conflict is 'not endless'.
Feb 28, 2026 · 6 articles
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Israel Katz: Israel Katz, Israel's Defense Minister, stated Israel would continue operations in Lebanon, indicating ongoing military presence and actions.
Pete Hegseth: As Pentagon chief, Pete Hegseth>>> affirmed the United States>>>' capability to resume war with Iran>>>, reinforcing the military stance during diplomatic efforts.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
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Israel Katz: Israel Katz, Israel's Defense Minister, stated Israel would continue operations in Lebanon, indicating ongoing military presence and actions.
Pete Hegseth: As Pentagon chief, Pete Hegseth>>> affirmed the United States>>>' capability to resume war with Iran>>>, reinforcing the military stance during diplomatic efforts.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
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Israel Katz: Israel Katz, the Israeli Defense Minister, has stated that Israel expects Donald Trump to uphold key Israeli interests, including weakening Iran's missile program and proxy network. He has warned that Israel could still act independently toward Iran and would not withdraw from occupied zones in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza.
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, the US Defense Secretary, has lashed out at NATO allies for failing to provide access to bases for attacks on Iran and has announced a review of American forces in Europe. He has also engaged with Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz regarding Israeli interests in the region.
Jun 12, 2026 · 429 articles
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Israel Katz: Israel Katz, Israel's Defense Minister, stated that the offensive against Iran was moved forward due to various factors and issued a threat against Iran's next supreme leader.
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, the U.S. Defense Secretary, confirmed the sinking of an Iranian warship and provided updates on the timeline and tempo of U.S. operations.
Mar 05, 2026 · 7 articles
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Israel Katz: Israel Katz, Israeli Defense Minister, warned of potential further action against Iran to achieve war objectives.
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth>>>, the United States>>> Defense Secretary, has publicly stated that military strikes are intended to force Iran>>> into a deal, emphasizing a willingness to 'negotiate with bombs'.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
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Israel Katz: Israel Katz, the Israeli defense minister, vowed to continue targeting top-ranking Iranian officials following the killing of Maj. Gen. Majid Khademi, indicating an escalation in Israel's military strategy.
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, as the United States Defense Secretary, commented on the potential for ground forces in the war, indicating the ongoing strategic considerations.
Mar 29, 2026 · 65 articles
International
Israel Katz: Katz was scheduled to meet Hegseth; meeting canceled.
Pete Hegseth: Hegseth cancels a meeting with Netanyahu over potential F-35 sales to Turkey, affecting U.S.-Israel relations.
Apr 20, 2026 · 160 articles
International
Israel Katz: Israel Katz, Israel's Defence Minister, threatened to destroy Iran's infrastructure and hunt down its leaders, and confirmed the killing of Majid Khademi.
Apr 06, 2026 · 24 articles
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Israel Katz: Israel Katz, the Israeli Defence Minister, confirmed Israel's military involvement in strikes against Iran and highlighted the economic significance of the targeted petrochemical facility.
Mar 30, 2026 · 84 articles
International
Israel Katz: Israel Katz, Israel's defense minister, described the strike on Iran's petrochemical facility as 'powerful' and vowed to continue targeting top-ranking Iranian officials.
Apr 06, 2026 · 70 articles
International
Pete Hegseth: Pete Hegseth, the US Defense Secretary, stated that Iran has an opportunity to make a 'good deal' by abandoning nuclear weapons, outlining a key US demand.
Apr 11, 2026 · 300 articles
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