Netanyahu says Israel has delivered 'crushing blow' to enemies

Tel Aviv [Israel]: Hours after the deaths of Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh and senior Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on Wednesday, said that his nation has delivered "crushing blows" to enemies in the last few days.

Netanyahu’s Response to Haniyeh’s Death

Netanyahu, during the address to the nation, did not claim Israel's responsibility for Haniyeh's killing. Israel has neither confirmed nor denied being behind Haniyeh's assassination.

Recent Military Operations Detailed

"Three weeks ago, we attacked the military chief of Hamas, Mohammad Deif. Two weeks ago we attacked the Houthis, in one of the farthest attacks the Air Force has carried out. Yesterday we attacked the military chief of Hezbollah, Fuad Shukr," the Israeli PM said.

Current Security Challenges for Israel

Netanyahu said Israel is facing "challenging days" and it will "settle the score" with anyone who harms the country.

"These are challenging days. There are threats from Beirut. We are ready for any scenario. We are prepared," CNN quoted him as saying.

Netanyahu’s Pledge to Retaliate

"We'll settle the score with anyone who harms us, anyone who massacres our children, anyone who murders our citizens, anyone who hurts our nation, blood is on his head," Netanyahu added.

Commitment to War Objectives

He further affirmed that Israel will keep fighting until the aims of the war are achieved.

Netanyahu referenced previous calls he has received to end the war in Gaza, saying, "I did not give in then and I am not giving in today."

(With inputs from agencies)