On July 4, local time, Israeli Defense Minister Katz and Defense Force Chief of General Staff Zamir issued separate statements after a joint assessment of the situation the day before, saying that the “Rising Lion” military operation had achieved important achievements and was a historic turning point in Israel's defense against the Iranian threat. Katz said the operation constituted a “strategic victory” and thwarted Iran's two core threats to Israel — its nuclear program and missile production capabilities. He stressed that the Israeli military must continue to prepare at the intelligence and combat levels to ensure air superiority over Tehran and prevent Iran from rebuilding its key capabilities. Zamir also said in his statement that this is a critical moment in Israel's national security history, and said that although the military operation against Iraq has come to an end, the overall battle of the Israeli army is not over yet.

On July 4, local time, Israeli Defense Minister Katz and Defense Force Chief of General Staff Zamir issued separate statements after a joint assessment of the situation the day before, saying that the “Rising Lion” military operation had achieved important achievements and was a historic turning point in Israel's defense against the Iranian threat. Katz said the operation constituted a “strategic victory” and thwarted Iran's two core threats to Israel — its nuclear program and missile production capabilities. He stressed that the Israeli military must continue to prepare at the intelligence and combat levels to ensure air superiority over Tehran and prevent Iran from rebuilding its key capabilities. Zamir also said in his statement that this is a critical moment in Israel's national security history, and said that although the military operation against Iraq has come to an end, the overall battle of the Israeli army is not over yet.