Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett issued a statement saying: "A nation of lions roars. I stand behind the IDF, the government of Israel and the PM on Operation 'Roar of the Lion.' The entire people of Israel are behind you until the destruction of the Iranian threat." Bennett added: "The Iranian people, who recently displayed rare courage, stand before a historic opportunity to free themselves from a violent, disconnected, corrupt and failed terror regime. The Jewish people pray for you. The coming days will be challenging. We will be required to follow Home Front Command instructions and stop routine activities, but this is an important and necessary action for the security of the State of Israel. Thank you to President Trump, who time and again demonstrates rare courage and determination. All the people of Israel thank you."

