Netanyahu Warns Enemies From Eastern Border: 'Don't Test Us'

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited Israel's eastern border on Thursday to inspect a new defensive barrier under construction. He stated the "huge barrier" is part of a comprehensive defense strategy to protect Israeli citizens and deter enemies. Netanyahu was joined by Defense Minister Israel Katz and senior military officials. Katz emphasized that offensive operations complement the defensive measures being implemented.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited Israel's eastern border to inspect a new defensive barrier.
Netanyahu warned "the enemies of Israel: Don't test us" during his visit.
The new barrier is being constructed along the eastern border from the Yarmouk River to Eilat.
Defense Minister Israel Katz stated offensive operations are key to Israel's security policy.
The visit included Defense Minister Israel Katz and senior IDF commanders.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the eastern border on Thursday, where he was briefed on efforts to bolster defenses. Accompanied by Defense Minister Israel Katz, Head of the Borders and Seam Administration Eran Ofir, and other commanders, Netanyahu surveyed the new barrier being constructed along the eastern frontier. The prime minister stated that the "huge barrier" being built from the Yarmouk River to Eilat is an addition to existing security measures in Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza. He emphasized that this physical barrier, along with forces, operational plans, and anti-drone capabilities, is designed to provide maximum protection for Israeli citizens and deter any potential invasion. Netanyahu highlighted the extensive engineering, logistical, and military mobilization, including reserve forces, involved in the project. "All this force is coming to tell the enemies of Israel: Don't test us," he declared.

Defense Minister Israel Katz added that while the barrier and other defensive measures are important, they supplement an "offensive, initiative-taking policy" led by the prime minister. Katz stated that Israel, through the IDF, confronts threats from distant Iran and closer dangers with a primary focus on "attack, destruction of the enemy, removal of threats, and strong defense of Israeli citizens."