Herzog says preemptive strike on Hezbollah part of Israel’s ‘duty to defend itself’

President Isaac Herzog lauds Israel’s “decisive action” against Hezbollah this morning, saying it is in line with the country’s “duty to defend itself and its citizens against the threat of terrorism.”

“This is once again an opportunity to express our gratitude and support for our daughters and sons in the Israel Defense Forces, as well as in the security, emergency, and rescue services, for their relentless efforts across all battlefronts,” Herzog writes on X.

“Their immense sacrifices and personal costs in thwarting the malicious acts of our enemies and in defending the State of Israel and its citizens deserve our deepest thanks. I embrace all of them with deep gratitude,” he adds.

The decisive action we witnessed early this morning epitomizes Israel's right and duty to defend itself and its citizens against the threat of terrorism.

This is once again an opportunity to express our gratitude and support for our daughters and sons in the Israel Defense…

— יצחק הרצוג Isaac Herzog (@Isaac_Herzog) August 25, 2024