The fighting between Israel and the Lebanese terrorist organization Hezbollah is increasing. Hezbollah is carrying out airstrikes in Israel and Israeli operations continue in Lebanon. Meanwhile, Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday that the Israeli army has also eliminated the successor of slain Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah.
We have reduced Hezbollah's strength: Netanyahu
“We have reduced the strength of Hezbollah,” Netanyahu said in a pre-recorded video message. We have killed thousands of terrorists, including Nasrallah himself, his successors and his successors.
Defense Minister also expressed apprehension
However, Netanyahu did not reveal any names. Earlier, Israel's Defense Minister Yoav Gelant had said that Hashem Safaideen, the possible successor to the assassination of Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah, may have been killed. According to media reports, it is not clear who Netanyahu has named as his 'successor'.
addressed the people of Lebanon
In the video, the Israeli Prime Minister addressed the people of Lebanon. He called on the Lebanese people to 'liberate themselves from Hezbollah'. “Israel has the right to defend itself,” he said. Netanyahu claimed that Hezbollah is currently in its weakest position compared to the past several years.
Netanyahu's appeal to take advantage of the opportunity for change
Addressing the Lebanese people, Netanyahu urged them to seize the opportunity for change, saying, “Now you can take back your country and put it back on the path to peace and prosperity.” Netanyahu's statement came amid ongoing tensions in the region, where Hezbollah has long had a large military presence.