Lagatar24 Desk
JERUSALEM: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s residence in Caesarea witnessed a “serious incident” on Saturday as two flares landed in the courtyard, prompting an investigation by Israeli police and the Shin Bet internal security agency. Netanyahu and his family were not present during the incident, which has been termed a “dangerous escalation.”
Incident Details
•The flares landed outside Netanyahu’s residence in the coastal town of Caesarea.
•Authorities have launched an urgent investigation to identify those responsible.
•Israeli President Isaac Herzog condemned the act, emphasizing the need for swift action to prevent further violence in public spaces.
•The incident follows a Hezbollah-claimed drone attack on the same residence on October 19, which Netanyahu alleged was an assassination attempt on him and his wife.
Rising Hostilities with Hezbollah
The flares incident comes amidst heightened tensions between Israel and the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah.
•Cross-Border Escalation: Since late September, Israel has intensified its military operations against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, including airstrikes and ground troop deployments.
•Rocket Attacks: On Saturday, Hezbollah launched multiple rockets into northern Israel, targeting military sites, including a naval base in the Haifa area.
•Casualties: Two people were injured when a synagogue in Haifa was hit during the “heavy rocket barrage.”
The Israeli military reported intercepting several projectiles among approximately ten launched from Lebanon.
Netanyahu’s Response to Hezbollah Threats
Following the October drone attack, Netanyahu accused Hezbollah of escalating violence with the intent to destabilize Israel. Caesarea, located near Haifa, has been a frequent target of Hezbollah’s attacks, especially during the ongoing war in Gaza.
