Israel Protects West, Free World, President Herzog Asserts
Translated & summarized from i24NEWS French by baba
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- President Herzog asserts Israel's military actions protect the West and the free world.
- An investigation is ongoing into a co-pilot's alleged radicalization and a potential attack.
- Herzog reiterated Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons and called it an 'evil empire'.
- He addressed the October 7 commemorations and called for a united fight against terrorism.
- The President highlighted disruptions to global trade in the Bab el-Mandeb strait.
President Isaac Herzog stated on Monday that Israel's military actions are safeguarding the West and the free world. In an interview with Fox News, he addressed the confrontation with Iran, an investigation into a FlyDubai flight incident, and the commemorations for the third anniversary of the October 7, 2023 attacks.
Regarding reports that a co-pilot suspected of attacking a captain had previously been banned from flying by Oman Air due to radicalization concerns, Herzog confirmed an in-depth investigation is underway. He noted that National Security Advisor Shmuel Ben Ezra and his team are examining potential security lapses. Israel is also cooperating with authorities in the UAE and neighboring countries on this matter, which Herzog characterized as a terrorist attack that could have had significant regional and global consequences. He emphasized the need to enhance air security cooperation and learn from the failures.
On the topic of Iran, Herzog reiterated that Tehran must not acquire nuclear capabilities, accusing the Iranian regime of seeking to expand its influence and radicalize the world, calling it an "evil empire." He suggested that several regional countries share these concerns, even if not publicly expressed. Herzog also highlighted the disruptions to maritime traffic in the Bab el-Mandeb strait, condemning the Houthis' ability to impede a major global trade route.
The interview also touched upon the October 7 commemorations, which Herzog described as a week of mourning and remembrance, while calling for a united fight against terrorism. He recalled warning the U.S. Congress about the threat of terrorism three months before the Hamas attack, asserting that Israel desires peace and did not seek the current war. Citing Israel's right to self-defense, Herzog praised the actions of Israeli soldiers, stating they have transformed the Middle East. Despite criticism, he concluded that Israel is contributing to the protection of the West and the free world.
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