Netanyahu Vows Strong Defense Amid Escalating Tensions with Hezbollah

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared on Sunday that Israel would take all necessary measures to defend itself after Hezbollah launched rockets and drones in retaliation for the killing of a senior commander. Netanyahu emphasized Israel's determination to retaliate against any attacks.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared on Sunday that Israel would take all measures necessary to defend itself. The announcement followed a barrage of rockets and drones launched by the Iranian-backed Hezbollah, in retaliation for the killing of a senior commander.

Netanyahu stated, "We are determined to do everything possible to defend our country, to return the residents of the north safely to their homes and to continue to uphold a simple rule: Whoever harms us – we harm him."

This reaffirmation of Israel's defensive stance marks another chapter in the ongoing conflict in the region, heightening already tense relations.

(With inputs from agencies.)