Netanyahu Warns of Enemy Attacks Ahead of Elections

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Tel Nof Air Force base on Tuesday, meeting with air and ground crews and issuing a strong warning to Israel's enemies. He addressed security assessments, stating, "We have signs that ahead of the elections, our enemies will try to attack us." From the airbase, Netanyahu declared, "Don't mess with us, not now and not ever. Our long arm will reach you anywhere, anytime."

Netanyahu detailed recent targeted eliminations by security forces, emphasizing ongoing operations across all fronts. He recalled the recent elimination of the Hamas commander responsible for the kidnapping of Noa Argamani and Avinatan Or, stating, "We brought them back, we eliminated him." He also mentioned the elimination of a Hamas brigade commander in northern Gaza the previous night, adding to a list of predecessors. Netanyahu reported that over 100 terrorists have been eliminated in Gaza in recent weeks, and operations continue in Lebanon, referencing the elimination of Ali Taher Ridge.

Alongside operational achievements, Netanyahu addressed political and diplomatic pressures to end the fighting. "There are immense achievements, but there are also immense pressures," he said. "The pressures are to retreat, to give up the great achievements won by the bravery of our fighters. I am not letting this happen, and I will not let it happen."