In a shocking development that has ignited global speculation, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was reported to have flown out of Israel to Greece shortly after initiating a military confrontation with Iran. The incident, confirmed by flight tracking data and multiple sources, has raised serious questions about Israel's political stability and the Prime Minister's role in the unfolding regional crisis.
According to FlightRadar tracking data, a government-registered aircraft identified as IAF302 departed from Tel Aviv and headed west toward Greek airspace just hours after initial strikes were launched against Iranian strategic targets. The flight path, paired with unconfirmed intelligence leaks, has fueled rumors that Netanyahu may have personally evacuated as the conflict intensified.
The news comes amid escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran, following months of mounting tension involving proxy groups, cyberattacks, and diplomatic breakdowns. Sources close to the Israeli defense establishment claim that the strikes were preemptive, intended to disrupt what they believed was an imminent Iranian attack via Hezbollah or other regional proxies. However, critics argue that the operation lacked parliamentary approval and risked plunging the entire Middle East into a broader war.
Eyewitnesses and insiders have remained tight-lipped about Netanyahu's precise location, but international observers noted the symbolic weight of such a move particularly during wartime. Opposition leaders within Israel have expressed outrage, with some calling for Netanyahu to return immediately and assume command responsibilities rather than leave the country during a national emergency.
Iran has yet to release an official statement on the Prime Minister’s alleged departure but has condemned the Israeli airstrikes, vowing to retaliate with "measured but decisive force." The situation has already led to a series of retaliatory actions along Israel's northern borders, with rockets being fired from Lebanon and Syria.
Global reactions have been swift. The U.S. State Department has urged de-escalation while NATO has convened an emergency session to assess regional threats. Greece, meanwhile, has not confirmed Netanyahu’s arrival but has increased security at major airports and government facilities.
Analysts believe that Netanyahu's reported flight to Greece could be part of a contingency plan, either for diplomatic mediation or as a temporary command center. However, many observers view it as a politically damaging act that undermines confidence in his leadership during wartime.
As tensions continue to mount, both regional powers and global institutions are watching closely. The international community fears that a prolonged conflict could destabilize global energy markets, draw in additional state actors, and lead to a humanitarian crisis in already volatile regions of the Middle East.
This story is developing. More updates will follow as verifiable information becomes available.