Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Image: Getty images
(The Post News)- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recently faced a significant threat when a drone attack targeted his Caesarea residence. Netanyahu and his wife were absent in the residence, and no injuries were reported. This incident occurred amidst heightened tensions between Israel and Lebanon, with over 100 projectiles fired from Lebanon into northern Israel, resulting in one fatality.
Hezbollah is suspected of orchestrating the drone attack, likely aiming to evade Israeli air defenses and target Netanyahu. This bold move may be retaliation for Israel’s recent operations that eliminated senior leaders, including Hamas’ Yahya Sinwar and Hezbollah’s Hassan Nasrallah.
In response, Israeli Foreign Minister Katz stressed the need to neutralize Iran’s threat capabilities, citing Hezbollah’s proxy relationship with Iran. The situation remains volatile, with Iran denying involvement in the drone strike and vowing to retaliate forcefully if attacked.
As Iran prepares for Israel’s potential attack and promises to retaliate with more force, it has specifically stated that it had no role in the recent drone strike on Netanyahu’s residence in Caesarea.
The US has cautioned Israel against targeting energy or nuclear facilities and has provided advanced missile defense systems to counter potential Iranian retaliation. This incident highlights the escalating tensions in the region, with multiple factions involved.
Israel’s Foreign Minister Katz stated on Saturday night to Israel’s Channel 14 that there is no doubt a new red line has been crossed. They must remove Iran’s ability to pose a threat.
On X, Netanyahu said it was a grave mistake for Hezbollah, acting as Iran’s proxy, to attempt to assassinate him and his wife that day.
Meanwhile, an Israeli airstrike struck an apartment in eastern Baaloul village, leading to the death of five people, including the mayor of Sohmor village. A spokesperson from the Israeli army verified that the IDF conducted strikes in the Bekaa Valley.
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