Senator Kennedy Declares Victory in Iran, Says Regime ‘Run Out of Military’
Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., joins ‘Hannity’ to discuss the war in Iran, declaring that the US has already achieved victory in Iran by ‘stripping’ the regime’s military and nuclear infrastructure. He argues that the US blockade of Iranian ports is paralyzing the country by dealing the final blow to the economy.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned Thursday that Israel could soon resume military action against Iran, signaling that despite what he described as devastating setbacks for Tehran, Israel views the broader campaign as potentially unfinished.
Speaking at a ceremony to promote the new commander of Israel’s air force, Katz said Iran has been pushed “years back” in the past year, but suggested Israel may need to act again soon to secure long-term strategic objectives.
“Iran has suffered extremely heavy blows in the past year, blows that set the country back years in every area,” Katz said.
Yet Katz’s starkest warning suggested that despite the current ceasefire, Israeli leaders do not view the confrontation with Iran as resolved.
ISRAELI OFFICIALS ARE EXPECTED TO WARN THAT IRAN’S BALLISTIC MISSILES COULD TRIGGLE A SOLO MILITARY ACTION AGAINST TEHRAN
A cargo ship sails towards the Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf on April 22, 2026. (AP photo)
Instead, his comments reflect President Donald Trump’s insistence that pressure on Iran will continue until its ability to rebuild the country is curtailed.
“The blockade will remain until there is a real deal,” Trump said on Thursday, according to Axios, signaling Washington’s intention to maintain pressure until Iran meets US demands over its nuclear program and broader security concerns.
“We support this effort and are providing the necessary support, but we may need to act again soon to ensure the achievement of those goals,” Katz said.
The warning came as Israel’s Defense Ministry announced a dramatic military supply surge, with two cargo ships docking in Ashdod and Haifa and multiple transport planes arriving within 24 hours, carrying some 6,500 tons of military equipment, including thousands of air and ground munitions, military trucks and combat vehicles.
Since the start of Operation Roaring Lion’s military campaign against Iran, Israel says more than 115,600 tons of military equipment has arrived via 403 flights and 10 maritime transports, underscoring what Israeli officials describe as preparations for a prolonged or expanded conflict.
IRAN’S NUCLEAR CAPABILITIES CRUSHED, BUT THE REGIME’S DESIRE FOR THE BOMB MAY CONTINUE
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stands next to Defense Minister Israel Katz. (Israeli Prime Minister’s Office)
“Israel and the United States are seriously preparing for two real options, and the decision, if it comes, could be made very quickly,” Amidror said. “One is continuing the siege, a blockade that can slowly exhaust Iran. The other is war.”
Amidror, who is currently a distinguished fellow at the Jewish Institute for National Security of America, said the extensive U.S. logistics build-up indicates Washington is preparing for both directions.
“The Americans are building up logistics, moving forces and preparing very seriously,” he said. “At some point they may feel like they’re so ready that leadership says, ‘We’re prepared, let’s go.'”
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An Iranian flag is planted in the rubble of a police station damaged during airstrikes on March 3, 2026, in Tehran, Iran. (Majid Saeedi/Getty Images)
But he emphasized that resuming military action would likely be easier and faster for Israel.
“For Israel it is easier,” Amidror said. “We need less logistics. We are already in the region, rebuilding strength, improving intelligence and accumulating power, while weakening Iran’s capabilities.”
Iran’s UN mission declined to comment.
