[Israeli Defense Minister: Conflict with Iran Enters 'Decisive Stage'] Odaily Planet Daily News - On the 14th local time, Israeli Defense Minister Katz stated during a situation assessment meeting with IDF Chief of Staff Zamir and several senior officials from the defense system that the confrontation between Israel and Iran is 'escalating,' and Israel is 'entering a decisive stage, which will last as long as necessary.' (CCTV News)