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Israeli Finance Minister Smotrich says Israel preparing for military action against Turkey

By Egleze Editorial Desk · Published July 10, 2026 · Mario Nawfal Interviews · BREAKING: BAHRAIN & KUWAIT JUST STRUCK IRAN - w/ Col. Macgregor
Israeli Finance Minister Smotrich says Israel preparing for military action against Turkey
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What was said

"We are preparing for every scenario, including military action. We understand that there is a threat and we will not allow Turkey to threaten Israel's existence, just as we have not allowed and will not allow the Iranian regime to do so."

Israeli Finance Minister Smotrich stated Israel is preparing for potential military conflict with Turkey, comparing the Turkish threat to Iran. He announced intensive discussions with the Trump administration to block F-35 sales to Turkey and warned against giving Erdoğan access to 'game-changing weapons.' The comments come as Netanyahu raised concerns about Turkish President Erdoğan's hostile rhetoric in a recent call with Trump.

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Bezalel Smotrich · external_speaker
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Mario Nawfal Interviews
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29:45
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