Defense Minister Katz: Enemies Seek Attacks to Influence Israeli Elections
Translated & summarized from JDN by baba
Defense Minister Israel Katz revealed that hostile forces, led by Iran, are attempting to carry out attacks to influence Israel's upcoming elections. Speaking at the Etzel Museum inauguration, Katz stressed the importance of national unity against these threats. He vowed that Israel's security forces would defend the country and ensure that any attackers would pay a heavy price, regardless of when the attack occurs.
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- Defense Minister Israel Katz stated enemies are trying to influence elections with attacks.
- Iran and its proxies are identified as the primary hostile actors.
- Katz called for national unity to counter threats to security.
- He vowed a severe response to any attacks on Israelis or soldiers.
- Decisions on defense will be based solely on security needs.
Defense Minister Israel Katz stated on Sunday that Israel's security establishment is detecting increased efforts by hostile elements, primarily Iran and its proxies, to carry out attacks aimed at destabilizing the country and influencing the upcoming elections. Katz made these remarks during the inauguration ceremony for the Etzel Museum and the Altalena cannon.
He emphasized the need for national unity in the face of these threats, asserting that political disagreements should not undermine a united stance against adversaries. Katz pledged that the IDF and security forces would act to defend the nation at all times and in all necessary locations, with decisions based solely on security needs, independent of any other considerations.
"Let our enemies know: anyone who attacks us, before or after the elections, and anyone who harms IDF soldiers or Israeli citizens, their hand will be severed and they will pay the heaviest price," Katz declared, vowing a severe response to any aggression.
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