Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accused Iran and its proxy group, Hezbollah, of orchestrating an assassination attempt against him and his wife. The alleged plot involved a drone attack targeting his private residence in Caesarea on Saturday. Although Netanyahu and his wife were not present at the time of the incident, the prime minister did not hold back in his response, declaring that those responsible would face severe consequences.
In a strong statement following the attack, Netanyahu said, “Iran’s proxies who tried to assassinate me and my wife today made a grave mistake.” He emphasized that such actions would not go unanswered and vowed that Iran and Hezbollah would pay a “heavy price” for their involvement. The Israeli leader has long been vocal about the threat posed by Iran and its network of militant groups in the region, particularly Hezbollah, which has been a significant player in Lebanon and beyond.
This latest incident adds to the already tense situation in the Middle East, where Israel and Iran have been engaged in a shadow war involving cyberattacks, airstrikes, and other covert operations. As tensions continue to rise, Netanyahu’s firm stance signals that Israel may be preparing for further measures against Iran and its allies, potentially escalating the conflict.
