Israeli President Isaac Herzog declared that President Trump is “correct” about the danger posed by Tehran and warned that Iran must never be allowed to obtain nuclear capabilities. Speaking in strong terms, Herzog described the Iranian regime as “an empire of evil” that seeks to radicalize the world, conquer the free world, and extend its reach all the way to Europe and the United States. He emphasized that the threat is not limited to Israel alone. According to Herzog, the entire region shares these deep concerns, whether leaders voice them publicly or only discuss them behind closed doors. The president framed Iran’s ambitions as a broad challenge to global stability and the security of free societies. His remarks align with longstanding Israeli assessments that a nuclear-armed Iran would fundamentally alter the balance of power and embolden Tehran’s network of proxies.

Herzog’s comments come amid ongoing regional tensions and heightened attention to Iran’s nuclear activities and long-range missile programs. He stressed that the regime’s ideology and actions aim to expand influence far beyond the Middle East. By endorsing Trump’s assessment, the Israeli president reinforced the shared view between Jerusalem and Washington that preventing a nuclear Iran remains a critical priority. Herzog made clear that allowing Tehran to cross the nuclear threshold would invite far greater risks for multiple countries. The warning underscores Israel’s consistent position that the Iranian threat is strategic and ideological, not merely local. Officials in the region continue to monitor developments closely as the debate over how to contain Tehran’s capabilities intensifies.