Netanyahu: Gaza Offensive Winding Down, Israel Shifts Focus to Hezbollah

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the current phase of the Gaza conflict is nearing its end, enabling Israel to redirect troops to its northern border to address Hezbollah threats. He emphasized the continuous need for targeted strikes in Gaza and hinted at an extended military presence.


PTI | Jerusalem | Updated: 24-06-2024 03:19 IST | Created: 24-06-2024 03:19 IST
Netanyahu: Gaza Offensive Winding Down, Israel Shifts Focus to Hezbollah
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Sunday that the existing stage of combat against Hamas in Gaza is concluding, paving the way for Israel to deploy additional troops to its northern border to confront Hezbollah.

Netanyahu's remarks, made during an interview with Israel's Channel 14, suggested increasing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with the latter showing indications of impending conflict. He highlighted that while the Gaza operation may wind down, the conflict with Hamas is far from over, necessitating ongoing targeted operations.

Hezbollah, backed by Iran, began assaults on Israel following Hamas' October 7 attack. With fears of a broader regional conflict looming, Netanyahu remains hopeful for a diplomatic resolution but is prepared for multi-front warfare. His statements come amid growing international pressures and complex geopolitical dynamics in the region.

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