Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has denounced an attempted assassination on him and his wife, labeling it ‘a bitter mistake.’ The statement came on Saturday after a drone launched from Lebanon targeted his private residence in the northern town of Caesarea earlier in the day.
Netanyahu accused ‘Iran’s agents’ of orchestrating the attack, emphasizing the severity of the threat. ‘Those who tried to assassinate me and my wife today made a bitter mistake,’ he said, underscoring the ongoing tensions in the region.
The drone ultimately struck another house in Caesarea, causing no casualties, according to officials. The prime minister’s office confirmed that Netanyahu and his wife were not at their private home during the incident.
The attack has heightened security concerns and escalated tensions between Israel and neighboring entities. Authorities are investigating the incident, and additional security measures are expected to be implemented in response.
The drone attack represents a significant breach of Israel’s security, potentially signaling a new phase in the use of unmanned aerial vehicles in regional conflicts. Observers are closely watching how this incident may influence Israel’s security policies and its approach to regional threats.
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Netanyahu says assassination attempt on him 'a bitter mistake'
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