Defense Minister Katz Affirms Government's Full Security Authority
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
Defense Minister Israel Katz affirmed the caretaker government's full responsibility for Israel's security, including taking action against terror groups. His statement on X/Twitter countered a call from Gadi Eisenkot for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to exercise more caution during the transition. Katz asserted the government's authority to order military operations without external approval, referencing actions in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and the West Bank, and also addressed Iran. He stressed that Israel's security is continuous and not affected by political transitions.
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- Defense Minister Israel Katz stated the caretaker government is fully responsible for Israel's security.
- Katz affirmed the government's authority to order IDF operations without opposition or legal approval.
- His remarks followed a call from Gadi Eisenkot for PM Netanyahu to be more cautious.
- Katz mentioned ongoing actions against terror groups in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and the West Bank.
- The Defense Minister also addressed Israel's actions and determination regarding Iran.
- Katz emphasized that Israel's security is continuous and unaffected by political transitions.
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