Israeli politicians issued a statement Saturday celebrating the removal of former Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, hailing the operation as a historic and impressive military achievement.
“Eliminating Nasrallah and Hezbollah’s chain of command is a decisive moment. This is not only the settling of scores, but also the opening of new opportunities,” said National Unity Chairman Benny Gantz.
“We face the opportunity to defeat Iran and achieve our war goals, as well as the great challenge of returning hostages and populations safely. To that end, we must continue our attacks on our enemies and populations. “We will pursue diplomatic efforts with our allies,” Gantz continued.
“I would like to commend the security agencies that have developed these unprecedented capabilities over the years, and the government for deciding to act.
It is important to understand that even though our enemies are Iran, the people of Israel are united and will stand strong against any threat. As a people who value life, our resolve knows no limits. ”
Yair Lapid celebrates strike
Opposition leader and Yesh Atid chairman Yair Lapid also praised the attack on Nasrallah.
“I commend the security services, the Israel Defense Forces and the Air Force for eliminating the biggest terrorist, Hassan Nasrallah. Let all our enemies know that those who attack Israel carry the death penalty. “This is an important achievement for deterrence and security,” Lapid said.
“I commend the security services, the IDF Chief of Staff, and the political leadership for decapitating the Hezbollah leadership led by Hassan Nasrallah, a bitter and ruthless enemy we have fought against for decades. ” said MK Gadi Eisenkot.
“His removal is to settle a blood debt with one of Israel’s greatest enemies. Over the years, I have lost comrades and friends in the fight against the terrorists sent by Nasrallah. This is an important conclusion and a badge of honor and pride to all those involved in a long-term effort that was masterfully executed with intelligence, planning, discipline, creativity and audacity.
“This remarkable military achievement in the North must, in turn, be translated into advancing and achieving the objectives of the war in both North and South. We will secure an agreement on the return of hostages and return them safely. We must act from a position of strength to ensure that residents return to their communities while strengthening Israel’s security, resilience, and national defense. ”
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Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir praised Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the attack, adding that now is the time to promote Israel’s superiority over Hezbollah.
“Today is a historic and emotional day, commemorating the removal of evil from the world,” said Ben Gvir. “I congratulate the Prime Minister, the Minister of Defense and his cabinet colleagues for taking this important decision, and the security personnel who executed it perfectly and led to the removal of Hassan Nasrallah.
“Now is the time to continue and dismantle the terrorist organization Hezbollah, not stop it, in order to return northerners to a safe homeland and eliminate the threat to the State of Israel.”
“Thus, Lord, may all your enemies be destroyed,” said Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich. “Now is the time to move forward with full force and completely crush Hezbollah, including its fighters, infrastructure and weapons.
“God willing, we will end this long war and leave no threat to the people of Israel from the north or the south. Only then will the land enjoy peace for 40 years. ”