Netanyahu Inspects New Eastern Border Barrier, Warns Enemies

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited a new barrier on Israel's eastern border, stating it stretches from the Yarmouk River to Eilat. He warned Israel's enemies not to test the nation's defenses, which include plans against drones. Defense Minister Israel Katz emphasized that these measures complement an offensive strategy. The visit highlighted ongoing efforts to protect Israeli citizens from potential threats.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu inspected a new barrier on Israel's eastern border.
The barrier spans from the Yarmouk River to Eilat, according to Netanyahu.
Netanyahu warned Israel's enemies, "Do not test us," regarding the new defenses.
Defense Minister Israel Katz stated the barrier complements an offensive strategy.
Protection plans against drones are part of the new border security measures.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the new barrier on Israel's eastern border near Kibbutz Masada in the Jordan Valley on Tuesday, accompanied by Defense Minister Israel Katz and IDF commanders. "This is the giant barrier we are building on the eastern border from the Yarmouk River to Eilat," Netanyahu stated. He emphasized that alongside the barrier, defense forces are operating and protection plans are being developed, including against drones, to safeguard citizens and prevent invasion attempts. Praising the efforts of both regular and reserve forces, Netanyahu declared, "All this strength is meant to tell Israel's enemies: Do not test us." Katz added that the defensive measures complement an "initiative offensive policy," stating, "First and foremost, attack, destroy the enemy, remove threats, and strong defense for Israel's citizens along with that."