Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that Israel has defeated Hezbollah, following the killing of Hezbollah’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, in an airstrike on September 27. This event is being described as a pivotal moment in Israel’s long-standing conflict with Hezbollah. The announcement followed other targeted strikes, including the killing of Hashem Safieddine, who was likely to succeed Nasrallah.
Amidst ongoing regional tensions, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recently replaced Yoav Gallant with Katz as Defense Minister, citing strategic disagreements. The current Israeli defense focus includes actions against Hezbollah in Lebanon, Hamas in Gaza, and broader hostilities with Iran.
In response, Hezbollah launched rockets into northern Israel and claimed a drone attack that damaged Netanyahu’s residence.
