Netanyahu Warns of Election-Eve Attacks, Vows Retaliation
Translated & summarized from Al-Shams by baba
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned of potential attacks by "enemies" as elections near, vowing retaliation. He highlighted recent military operations in Gaza and Lebanon, claiming significant achievements while acknowledging pressure to withdraw from the northern front.
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- Netanyahu warns of enemy attacks as elections approach.
- He vows Israeli forces will retaliate against any attacks.
- He cited military operations and claimed achievements in Gaza.
- He also mentioned ongoing operations and pressure to withdraw from Lebanon.
- Netanyahu highlighted the killing of Hamas leaders and hostage rescue.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a stark warning from Tel Nof Airbase, stating that Israel has indications "enemies will try to attack us as the elections approach." Addressing pilots and ground crews, he declared, "Do not mess with us; our long arm will reach you anywhere, anytime." Netanyahu highlighted recent Israeli military operations on multiple fronts, citing achievements in Gaza and Lebanon.
Regarding Gaza, Netanyahu asserted that Israeli forces are "continuously operating on all fronts." He claimed that an operation two days prior eliminated the individual responsible for the abduction of Noa Argamani and Avitan Or, stating that forces rescued the hostages and killed the perpetrator. He also mentioned an overnight operation that killed a Hamas brigade commander in northern Gaza, part of ongoing efforts to target the group's leadership. Netanyahu stated that Israeli forces have killed "over 100 people" in Gaza alone in recent weeks.
On the Lebanese front, Netanyahu confirmed ongoing operations, referencing actions at "Ali Taher" hill. While calling these operations "enormous achievements," he acknowledged "enormous pressure" to withdraw and abandon gains, which he attributed to the fighters' bravery. He firmly rejected these calls, vowing, "I will not allow this to happen, never."
Concluding his remarks, Netanyahu reiterated his warning about potential attacks coinciding with elections, emphasizing that Israeli intelligence has indications of hostile actors attempting to strike during this period. He reiterated his threat of retaliation against any attempts to target Israel.
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