The ultimate goal of the War of Israel-Hamas is to prevail over all the enemies of Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday at the annual Bible Bible.
Although the return of hostages was a very important goal, “at war, there is an ultimate goal, and it is the victory over our enemies,” said the Prime Minister.
The hostage and missing families forum said in response that “the return of hostages was no less important – it was the supreme objective that should guide the Israeli government.”
“The families of the hostages are concerned – Netanyahu align themselves with (Minister of Finance Bezalel) Smotrich, unlike the overwhelming majority of the Israeli public who, above all, wants to see all the captives returned.”
Einav Zangauker, the mother of hostage Matan Zangauker, said: “I see that Netanyahu has more important goals than bringing my sick son, who was chained for a year and a half, drinking toilet water in the Nazi tunnels of Gaza.”
“For this reason, it is clear to me that to bring my son back, my goal from this moment is to avoid Netanyahu from power,” she said.
Similar comments from Smotrich in mid-April
In mid-April, Smotrich faced a backlash for making a comment similar to that the Prime Minister made during an interview with Army Radio.
“Smotrich, history will remember how you hardened your heart to your brothers and sisters in captivity and that you have chosen not to save some of them from death and others from the disappearance,” said the forum, responding to what the minister said in this interview.
Meanwhile, during the annual ceremony of the exceptional soldiers at the president’s residence on Thursday, the chief of staff of the FDI the lieutenant-general. Eyal Zamir said the FDI prepares for a “decisive blow” against Hamas. The military would also increase the pace and intensity of operations in Gaza soon if necessary, he added.
“The terrorists of Hamas still hold fifty-nine from our brothers and sisters. But they also know that their security is not forever,” said Zamir.
“Our sovereignty and independence were not given to us as a gift. They were bought with blood and the struggle, and they force us to defend this at all costs,” said TDS chief.
The goal of the ceremony was to honor exceptional soldiers in the FDI. At the start of Zamir’s speech, he defined what the notion of “exceptional” meant for him.
“Excellence is not measured by whom is the most talented or most brilliant. It rather defines persistence. It reflects the calm and daily choice to act with responsibility, commitment and integrity – even when no one looks at,” said Zamir.
He added that this year, the ceremony has a “particular meaning”.
“You receive recognition during a period of war – a long and complex war, in several arenas, against many threats, which is still in progress,” continued Zamir.
He also underlined the responsibility of Israeli citizens for each other.
“For the state of Israel, this idea is essential to its existence and its resilience, and no one is exempt – not individuals, not groups and not tribes,” said Zamir.
“We all enlist, we all fight together, and we all sacrifice together-for the good of the state and for a better future. Because a shared destiny has placed us here in this country,” he said.
Zamir noted private laureates, including Avigdor, an officer of a Haredi family, “who chose to enlist in the FDIs despite the social challenges”, and Dorian, “who made Aliyah only two years ago, and despite the linguistic barriers, excelled in his service in the direction of intelligence”.
He also highlighted Oria, an observer from the Re’im base, who survived Hamas on October 7 and continued to serve in the FDI, “demonstrating an extraordinary interior force”.
“Lea is a soldier whose grandfather was kidnapped and taken to Gaza and murdered there. From this great pain, she found the strength to persevere, ride and excel,” said Zamir.
He concluded with Daria, the sister of a civil hostage, “who enlisted in the FDI and, even during the fierce fight for the return of his sister, managed to stand out and become a model of strength and determination,” he said.
The head of the FDI continued: “We too, with you, add a new verse to the long and glorious song in the life of the people of Israel. From this place, in the heart of Jerusalem, our eternal capital, we send a clear message: Israeli hope is very lively. ”
“Happy and safe independence day,” said Zamir at the end of his speech.
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