Netanyahu Warns Hamas Against Election Interference, Vows Strong Response
Translated & summarized from Kikar HaShabbat by baba
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Hamas against trying to influence Israel's upcoming elections, vowing a "tremendous" response if provoked. He spoke at a security-relocated government meeting, marking three years since the October 7th attacks and detailing military gains against Hamas. Netanyahu also highlighted Israel's strengthened position in the region and recovery efforts in southern communities near Gaza. The government is expected to extend the home front's state of emergency.
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- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned Hamas against interfering with the upcoming October 27th elections.
- Netanyahu vowed a "tremendous" response if Hamas attempts to challenge Israel before the elections.
- The Prime Minister commemorated the three-year anniversary of the October 7th massacre.
- He stated that 4,000 out of 6,000 Hamas operatives have been eliminated since the war began.
- Netanyahu asserted that Israel is the strongest nation in the Middle East and its enemies are weaker.
- 90% of residents have returned to their homes in the Gaza envelope communities.
- The government meeting was moved to an underground location due to security concerns.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a stern warning to Hamas on Tuesday, cautioning the organization against attempting to influence the upcoming October 27th elections. Netanyahu stated that Hamas, despite its weakened state, might try to challenge Israel with its remaining forces to impact the election results. "We will thwart such attempts and respond with tremendous force if they make that mistake," he declared during a government meeting held in an underground location for security reasons.
The Prime Minister began the meeting by commemorating the three-year anniversary of the October 7th massacre, remembering the fallen soldiers and civilians who were victims of Hamas's brutal attack. He highlighted military achievements since the war began, stating that 4,000 out of 6,000 Hamas operatives have been eliminated, asserting that "no one has immunity" and that Hamas rule in Gaza will be dismantled.
Netanyahu also noted significant shifts over the past three years, asserting that Israel is now the strongest nation in the Middle East and its enemies are weaker than ever. He pointed to the recovery efforts in the Gaza envelope communities, reporting that 90% of residents have returned home, with a significant surge in construction and rehabilitation, attracting young couples to start new lives.
The Prime Minister reiterated his warning, explaining that Hamas's weakness makes it more likely to attempt provocations before the elections. He assured that Israel is prepared to thwart these attempts and will respond forcefully if provoked. Netanyahu concluded with a direct message to Israel's enemies, referencing the "War of Uprising" and warning them not to engage with Israel.
The government meeting's relocation to a secure underground site was a precautionary measure, with ministers notified shortly before. The government is expected to extend the state of emergency in the home front until October 20th. The ongoing security tensions are occurring amidst statements from U.S. President Donald Trump about victory over Iran and President Isaac Herzog's characterization of Iran as an "evil empire" threatening the free world.
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