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Netanyahu Confirms Israeli Operation Against Hezbollah
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed Israel's responsibility for a deadly operation targeting Hezbollah in September, amidst tensions with his dismissed defense minister.
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Benjamin NetanyahuYoav GallantHassan Nasrallah
- What was the context of Netanyahu's confirmation?
- Netanyahu's statement is seen as a criticism of Gallant, who disagreed with Netanyahu's approach to the conflict. Gallant favored a diplomatic solution to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, while Netanyahu preferred a military approach.
- What is significant about Netanyahu's confirmation?
- Netanyahu's confirmation marks the first official acknowledgement by an Israeli government member of their involvement in the September operation. The operation preceded the expansion of Israeli ground operations in southern Lebanon.
- What was the nature of the Israeli operation against Hezbollah?
- The operation involved the detonation of explosive pagers and walkie-talkies, causing significant damage to Hezbollah. Netanyahu's confirmation came amidst veiled criticism of former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, who was recently dismissed.
- What did Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirm regarding Hezbollah?
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu officially confirmed Israel's responsibility for an operation that severely impacted Hezbollah in September, resulting in numerous casualties.
- What were the differing views between Netanyahu and Gallant regarding the Gaza conflict?
- The conflict in Gaza is ongoing, and the differences in approach between Netanyahu and Gallant regarding military pressure on Hamas contributed to Gallant's dismissal. Netanyahu had previously attempted to dismiss Gallant in March 2023.