Netanyahu says he won't allow for Iran, Hezbollah to establish 'new security paradigm for Israel'

"Israel has the full right to defend itself, and it will use that right as much as needed," the prime minister said.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu released a pre-recorded press statement on Monday evening, in which he stated that he would not allow Israel’s enemies to dictate the state’s security paradigm.

“Israel has the full right to defend itself, and it will use that right as much as needed,” the prime minister said, adding: “I say this to you as I say it with respect and appreciation to my friend President [Donald] Trump.”

Netanyahu also indicated that he was in contact with the US president. “I told Trump: ‘Together, we will bring safety to the North.’”

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 "We reject Iran's threats outright," Katz added. "Any attempt by Iran to use ties with Lebanon to attack Israel will be met with great force." 

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