Defense Minister Israel Katz congratulated the IDF on Operation "Like a Lion" in Iran, and said: "The precise strike against the commanders of the Revolutionary Guards, the Iranian army and nuclear scientists, who were all advancing the plan to destroy Israel, sends a strong and clear message - those who act to destroy Israel will be eliminated." He added: "The IDF will continue its activities to thwart the Iranian nuclear program and remove threats to the State of Israel. Iran will pay increasing prices as it continues its aggressive activity."