Netanyahu Warns of 'Turning of the Guns' Scenario in West Bank

By דפנה ליאל

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned of a potential "turning of the guns" scenario by the Palestinian Authority in the West Bank during a tour of the seam line. He stated Israel is prepared for any eventuality and cautioned enemies against testing the nation, especially in the lead-up to elections. The Prime Minister emphasized that the IDF would maintain control of the area, rejecting the possibility of an Arab army west of the Jordan River.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned of a potential "turning of the guns" scenario by the Palestinian Authority in the West Bank.
Netanyahu stated Israel is prepared for any scenario and cautioned enemies against testing the nation.
The Prime Minister issued the warning during a tour of the seam line near Tulkarm.
A similar scenario was previously presented by Defense Minister.
Netanyahu claimed concrete warnings exist of attempts to harm Israel, particularly before elections.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a stark warning on Tuesday regarding a potential "turning of the guns" scenario involving the Palestinian Authority in the West Bank. Speaking during a tour of the seam line in Samaria, near the former refugee camp of Tulkarm, Netanyahu stated, "We are prepared for any scenario, including turning of the guns. In such a case, I do not suggest our enemies try us. You will encounter a might you have not dreamed of."

This warning echoes a similar scenario presented by Defense Minister a week prior.

Netanyahu's remarks were made near Tulkarm, which he described as a "terror fortress" that the IDF had "cleaned up." During his tour, he met with commanders from the IDF, Shin Bet, and Border Police, who briefed him on defense efforts for the seam line communities and recent counter-terrorism operations. The Prime Minister emphasized that the Israel Defense Forces would maintain control of the area, stating, "The one who will rule this area and remain here will be the Israel Defense Forces. There will be no Arab army west of the Jordan River; there will be the IDF here."

Netanyahu also claimed that there are concrete warnings of attempts to harm the State of Israel, suggesting that adversaries might test Israel in the days leading up to elections. He reiterated his warning against such attempts, promising a powerful response.