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Israeli President Herzog Defends Strikes On Lebanon As Self-Defense

Israel's President Isaac Herzog speaks during an interview at his official residence in Jerusalem, Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023. (AP Photo/Maya Alleruzzo)

Israeli President Isaac Herzog recently made a statement regarding the Israeli strikes on Lebanon, emphasizing the country's right to self-defense. Herzog praised the decisive action taken by Israel early Sunday morning, stating that it exemplified Israel's duty to protect its citizens from the threat of terrorism.

The Israeli military conducted preemptive strikes on what they identified as 'terror targets in Lebanon' after alleging that Hezbollah was preparing to launch missiles and rockets towards Israeli territory. In response, Hezbollah denied the accusations, calling them baseless. Subsequently, Hezbollah launched its own strikes, referring to it as the 'first phase' of their retaliation against Israel. Hezbollah claimed that their response was a 'complete success.'

Israel accuses Hezbollah of planning missile attacks, prompting Israeli military action.
Israeli President Herzog supports Israel's preemptive strikes on Lebanon as self-defense.
Hezbollah denies allegations and retaliates with strikes against Israel.

The escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah have raised concerns about the potential for further conflict in the region. The exchange of strikes underscores the ongoing animosity between the two parties and the volatile nature of the situation.

As the situation continues to unfold, international observers are closely monitoring the developments and urging both sides to exercise restraint to prevent further escalation. The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah highlights the complex geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East and the challenges of maintaining peace and stability in the region.

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