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Oh you're absolutely correct in that it wasn't DIRECTLY stated; however, in that episode (and I'm quoting verbatim):

Fugaku Uchiha: "I can control the Nine-tails with Mangekyo Sharingan. If the clan learns of this, they would desire even more."

He then turns his MS to his own son, Itachi and says "WATCH!":

Three Uchiha clansmen are outside a Shōji and it opens.

One says "We have brought the Jinchuriki! (Naruto wrapped up in ropes). They throw him on the mat.

"Let's do it! The captain can do it! Captain! Do it (please!). Use the power of the Uchiha!"

Fugaku stands there decisive. Instead of destroying Naruto (as the Jinchuriki) he unleashes his MS and wherever they are the building explodes.

Unrelenting, Kurama is destroying the city (something that was shown). The three that brought him there were destroyed.

One stands atop a gate at the city: Fugaku Uchiha.

Back to reality.

Only one kneels before Fugaku. That is Itachi.

Fugaku Uchiha: "Many in the clan resent the Village. When you're pushed into a corner, you'll resort to things like this. There will be much bloodshed on both sides."

"But Itachi... If you are with me... We can take them by surprise and restrain the higher-ups." he proposes. "Some fighting will ensue, but with your help as an ANBU, a bloodless revolution can happen!"

"A bloodless revolution?!" Itachi wonders... in disbelief.

"Itachi, you are my son. Please!" Fugaku implores. "Save out clan!"