October 7 taught Israel not to wait until threats imminent, Katz claims at fallen soldier memorial
Israel had twice struck Iran with "proactive preemptive attacks," Katz claimed. "We crushed the nuclear program it was advancing and removed an existential threat from over the citizens of Israel."
Assessment
Israel's defense minister is framing recent military actions against Iran as a doctrinal shift born from the October 7 attack. His claim that Israel preemptively dismantled an Iranian nuclear program presents a significant operational claim that would require independent verification. The key question is whether this signals a permanent change in Israel's security posture or a specific justification for strikes already carried out.