Netanyahu says Israeli military operates under political direction in Lebanon, Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the military acts according to political leadership directives while removing threats from Lebanon and Gaza.
The Beirut Journal Editorial1 min read
Updated August 17, 2026
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the military acts according to political leadership directives while removing threats from Lebanon and Gaza.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel said the military is working under the guidance of the political leadership to eliminate threats emanating from Lebanon and Gaza.
The statement came as Netanyahu addressed the military's operations in both theatres, indicating coordination between political and military command structures.
The remarks reflect Israel's stated position on its security operations in the region, where it faces threats it attributes to armed groups in Lebanon and Palestinian territories.