Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz stated that Israel is prepared to resume military operations against Iran and is awaiting approval from the United States. The ongoing conflict, which began after the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on February 28, has now entered its seventh week. Katz emphasized that the Israel Defense Forces have completed preparations for both defensive and offensive operations, with specific targets already chosen. He indicated that Israel aims to eliminate the Khamenei family, whom he described as the masterminds behind plans to annihilate Israel, and to disrupt Iran's economic infrastructure significantly. Reports suggest that Iran's new supreme leader, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, is recovering from severe injuries sustained during the conflict but remains mentally sharp. The situation is further complicated by the recent extension of a ceasefire by US President Donald Trump, aimed at allowing for potential negotiations with Iran, which adds uncertainty to the future of the conflict.