TEHRAN -- In a sharp warning to Israel and its allies, Major General Abdolrahim Mousavi, Iran’s Chief of Staff, declared that any future Israeli aggression would be met with a “paralyzing retaliation” so severe that even the United States would be unable to protect Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu. 
Addressing a ceremony in Tehran, Mousavi emphasized that Iran is prepared to implement retaliatory plans based on directives from Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.
“If Israel attacks Iran again, they will witness what we are capable of. Even the U.S. won’t be able to save Netanyahu,” Mousavi stated, reaffirming Iran’s readiness to respond decisively to any aggression.
 The recent 12-day war began on June 13, when Israel launched a series of attacks against Iran. Despite U.S. military support, Iran’s response was swift and overwhelming, targeting key Israeli infrastructure with hundreds of ballistic missiles and drones. Iran struck Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Be’er Sheva—Israel’s economic hub, deep-water port, and tech center—forcing Israel to seek a ceasefire.
“By the end of the war, Israel was compelled to bow before us,” Mousavi declared. “The resilience of our people and armed forces turned the tide in our favor, demonstrating the strength of Iran’s resolve.”
Iran’s military officials, including IRGC spokesman Brigadier General Ali Muhammad Naeini, have made it clear that Iran will not observe any “red lines” in the event of a future Israeli attack. Naeini noted that Israel’s aggression, which aimed to destroy Iran’s capabilities, failed and that any further aggression would be met with crushing force.
“Iran’s enemies miscalculated. We retaliated quickly and decisively, nullifying their plans,” Naeini said Thursday. “If they strike again, we will respond without hesitation.”
Mousavi emphasized that Iran’s military actions are not just about retaliation, but about protecting the country’s sovereignty and dignity. “Our people 

did not gain their independence easily, and we will not rest until we put the child-killing Israeli regime in its place,” he asserted.
He also reminded adversaries that Iran’s enemies had spent over 15 years planning the recent war, but their efforts were thwarted by Iran’s unity and military strength. “They underestimated our resolve. The Iranian nation will never bow,” Mousavi added.
While reaffirming Iran’s commitment to peace and stability, Mousavi emphasized the country’s preparedness to defend its territory and independence against any aggressor. “We are ready to face any renewed aggression, but our stance remains one of self-defense,” he said.