Netanyahu Vows to Achieve Israel's Goals "By Agreement or Fighting"

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the nation, thanking citizens for their resilience during conflict and declaring that Iran is now weaker than ever. He stated that Israel still has military objectives to complete and is prepared to achieve them either through a negotiated agreement or by resuming fighting. Concurrently, the Israel Defense Forces announced the elimination of a key Hezbollah official in Beirut and strikes on weapon sites in southern Lebanon. Netanyahu also clarified that Lebanon was not included in any ceasefire deal between the US and Iran.

Key Points: Netanyahu: Israel Will Achieve Objectives by Agreement or Force

  • Netanyahu thanks Israelis for resilience
  • Iran described as weaker than ever
  • IDF kills Hezbollah official in Beirut
  • Objectives to be met by deal or force
  • Lebanon not part of US-Iran ceasefire
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"Israel will achieve its objectives by agreement or fighting": Netanyahu

Israeli PM Netanyahu thanks citizens for resilience, states Iran is weaker than ever, and vows to complete military objectives through deal or resumed fighting.

"We still have objectives to complete - and we will achieve them either by agreement or by resuming the fighting. - Benjamin Netanyahu"

Tel Aviv, April 9

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday thanked Israelis for their resilience and said that Iran is now weaker than ever.

Netanyahu said that they still have objectives to complete.

"I want to thank you, our wonderful people. When you showed resilience as you sat in bomb shelters and safe rooms, we achieved great victories together. Our warriors on the front lines - and you on the home front. But above all, I ask to bow my head before our dear ones who fell in this battle," he said.

"I ask to embrace the bereaved families and, on behalf of all of you, to send wishes for a speedy recovery to our dear wounded. My brothers and sisters, the State of Israel has achieved tremendous victories, victories that until recently seemed utterly imaginary. Iran is weaker than ever, and Israel is stronger than ever," he added.

Netanyahu said he is ready to attain the objectives through agreement or by fighting.

"That is the bottom line of this campaign, up to this moment. And I want to make clear: We still have objectives to complete - and we will achieve them either by agreement or by resuming the fighting," he said.

Meanwhile, the Israel Defense Forces killed Ali Yusuf Harshi, the personal secretary to Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem in Beirut.

In a post on X, the IDF said, "ELIMINATED: Ali Yusuf Harshi, the personal secretary to Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem in Beirut. A close associate and personal advisor, Harshi played a key role in managing and securing Qassem's office. The IDF also struck two key crossings used by Hezbollah to move weapons south of the Litani River, along with ~10 weapons storage sites, launchers and command centers in southern Lebanon."

Benjamin Netanyahu said Lebanon was not included in the ceasefire deal between the US and Iran, as US Vice President JD Vance also said, "We never made that promise".

- ANI

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Arjun K
"Either by agreement or by fighting" - this is a very clear and firm message. In our complex neighborhood, India also has to deal with state-sponsored proxies. A nation's right to defend itself is paramount. Strength is the only language some understand.
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Rohit P
The article mentions the strike in Beirut. The geopolitics of the Middle East is so volatile. It directly impacts global oil prices and our economy here in India. Stability in that region is crucial for everyone.
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Sarah B
While I support Israel's right to security, the language of "objectives to complete" is concerning. What are the end goals? A clear political vision for lasting peace is needed, not just military victories. The cycle of violence helps no ordinary citizen.
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Vikram M
The mention of Iran being "weaker than ever" is interesting. From an Indian strategic perspective, a balanced power equation in the Middle East is important. We have vital relationships with multiple players in the region, including Israel and Iran.
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Michael C
The focus on the warriors and the home front is universal. Reminds me of the spirit our jawans and citizens show during tough times. National unity in the face of external threats is everything. Jai Hind.

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