Defense Minister: Israel Needs No Opposition Approval for IDF Operations

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Defense Minister Israel Katz asserted that the Israeli government will continue to direct the IDF against security threats without needing approval from the opposition or legal bodies. He emphasized that security decisions are the responsibility of the current government and will be made with necessary oversight, even amidst political processes. Katz highlighted operations in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, Judea and Samaria, and against Iran, stating Israel's commitment to its citizens' protection and deterrence.

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Defense Minister Israel Katz stated Israel needs no opposition approval for IDF operations.
The government will continue to direct the IDF against security threats, Katz affirmed.
Katz highlighted operations in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, Judea and Samaria, and Iran.
He stressed that security decision-making responsibility rests with the incumbent government.
Katz stated Israel's commitment to protecting its citizens and maintaining deterrence.

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Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that the government will continue to direct the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and act against security threats, irrespective of ongoing political processes. "We do not need approval from the opposition or any legal entity to instruct the IDF to carry out eliminations in Gaza," Katz declared. He also addressed security operations in various arenas, including Lebanon, Syria, and Judea and Samaria, emphasizing Israel's commitment to protecting its citizens. Katz highlighted the operation in Hebron as having created a significant deterrent effect.

Regarding Iran, the Defense Minister affirmed, "Even against Iran, we have proven decisiveness and discretion, in full coordination with the IDF, and so it will be now according to what is required." Katz stressed that the responsibility for security decision-making remains with the incumbent government, even during periods of political proceedings. "Israel's security is not in transition and does not await the political processes underway," he said.

Katz reiterated that there is "one Prime Minister, one Defense Minister who instruct the IDF, and one government that is responsible for making decisions regarding the security of Israel and the protection of the residents of the State of Israel." He added that decisions are made under existing and necessary oversight.