[US-Iran Ceasefire] Netanyahu: "I Don't Always Agree with Trump... The Fight Is Not Over Yet"

"Military Presence in Lebanon Will Continue as Long as Necessary"
"Fight Against Iran's Proxies Will Persist"

Reuters Yonhap News Agency

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu indicated that military operations in Lebanon may continue, stating that the fight is not over despite a ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran. If Israel does not halt its military operations, it is expected to become a significant obstacle during the follow-up negotiations between the United States and Iran.

At a press conference held at the Prime Minister's Office on the 15th (local time), Prime Minister Netanyahu stated, "We will take every measure possible to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons," adding, "We will continue to station our forces in buffer zones in southern Lebanon, Syria, and the Gaza Strip for as long as necessary." He continued, "The fight is not yet completely over. It will continue not only against Iran but also against 'Iranian proxy forces' operating in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, and the West Bank," indicating that military operations in Lebanon would persist.

Regarding reports of discord with U.S. President Donald Trump over the Lebanon offensive, Netanyahu said, "As partners, we often agree, but not always," adding, "As the person responsible for Israel's security interests, I will do what must be done." He further emphasized, "Israel will preserve its freedom of action to respond to threats."

However, regarding the results of the war with Iran so far, Netanyahu praised the joint effort with the United States to eliminate Iran's nuclear threat. He said, "Iran's nuclear threat was an imminent danger, but together with our ally, the United States, we successfully eliminated it. Whether there is an agreement or not, Iran will not possess nuclear weapons for now, and as long as I am Prime Minister of Israel, that will never happen."

He added, "We have targeted Iran's nuclear scientists, eliminated the leadership of the terrorist regime, and destroyed nuclear facilities. In addition, we have destroyed missile and missile manufacturing plants, as well as numerous military facilities."

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