Israel Faces War on Multiple Fronts: Netanyahu’s Urgent Address
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that Israel is now engaged in conflict on seven different fronts, nearly one year after the initial Hamas attacks. In a recent video statement, he outlined the various threats facing the nation, stating, "Today, Israel is defending itself on seven fronts against the enemies of civilization."
Netanyahu highlighted that these fronts include Iranian-backed Hezbollah to the north, Hamas in Gaza, the Houthis in Yemen, militant groups in the West Bank, and Shiite militias operating in Iraq and Syria. He emphasized the direct threat posed by Iran, which he accused of launching over 200 ballistic missiles towards Israel last week and orchestrating the multi-front conflict.
As tensions escalate, Netanyahu reaffirmed his commitment to shifting the power dynamics in northern Israel, noting that Israeli forces have conducted nearly 9,000 attacks into Lebanon since October 8, while Hezbollah has retaliated with approximately 1,500 attacks during the same period, according to data from the Armed Conflict Location & Event Data Project (ACLED).
In addressing the situation in Gaza, Netanyahu asserted Israel's right to self-defense, stressing the importance of recovering the 101 hostages taken by Hamas. Since the conflict reignited on October 7, Gaza’s health ministry reports that over 41,825 people have lost their lives.
Netanyahu also criticized international calls for arms embargoes against Israel, particularly targeting French President Emmanuel Macron. "Shame on those who call for such measures," he remarked. "Rest assured, Israel will fight until the battle is won – for our sake and for the sake of peace and security in the world."
Recent reports indicate that over 1,400 individuals have died as a result of Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon within the past month, with nearly 7,500 reported injuries according to the Lebanese health ministry.
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