US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Yair Golan, leader of Israel’s opposition Democrats party, stated that the February 2026 assassination of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was a “mistake” that harmed Israel’s long-term strategic interests. Golan, a former IDF deputy chief of staff, shared his views during a cultural event interview in Rishon LeZion. He clarified that while the 86-year-old leader “deserved to die,” the elimination did not serve Israel, as managing a veteran, predictable leader offered distinct strategic advantages.
US-Israel-Iran War Latest Live News: Golan’s Core Arguments
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Rise of a More Radical Regime: Golan argued that the US-Israeli airstrike on February 28, 2026, which killed the elder Khamenei, created a dangerous power vacuum. It led to the rise of his son, Mojtaba Khamenei, alongside “more extreme and violent individuals” heavily controlled by an ultra-hardline security establishment.
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Criticism of Netanyahu’s Strategy: He accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of pursuing an “unrealistic war objective” by promising to overthrow the Iranian regime without a viable diplomatic strategy. Golan noted that this objective ultimately failed and worsened Israel’s overall security posture.
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Declining Strategic Positions: Golan noted that Israel’s military achievements against Iran had actually peaked previously during Operation Rising Lion in mid-2025. In contrast, the subsequent Operation Roaring Lion—the war launched in early 2026—ultimately degraded Israel’s position.
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