The chairman of the National Unity Party, MK Benny Gantz, on Tuesday commented on counterterrorism Operation Shield and Arrow, which the IDF launched on Monday night, and said that he will back the military activity against terrorism.
“Citizens of Israel, in the fight against terrorism, and in the defense of the State of Israel, we are all one fist. Anyone who made a mistake in his assessment of the situation – paid the price. Anyone who makes a mistake again – will pay. We may face challenging days. I am well aware of the readiness, the capabilities, the target bank (for aerial bombing) and the civil preparedness. I know that if an escalation develops, we will have the upper hand. This is the message that should be echoed in Gaza, in Beirut, in Tehran, and wherever they seek to harm us,” stated Gantz.
“As the opposition, we will back any determined and responsible action that preserves and strengthens Israel’s security. I would like to express my appreciation for the actions of the IDF and the resilience of the residents of the south, and I call on everyone to follow the instructions, help each other, and with God’s help we will soon know days of peace, security and a good and normal routine,” he added.
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