PM vows to retaliate for attack

Netanyahu vows to retaliate the deadly for the cross-border attack on the Lebanese border, saying that “whoever is behind today’s attack will pay the full price.”

“With the assistance of Hezbollah, Iran has been for some time trying to open another front against Israel on the Golan Heights. We are acting with force and determination against these attempts.” He adds that the sole purpose of any Israeli military action is to protect Israeli civilians.

Lebanon and Syria bear the responsibility for any attack that emanates from their respective territories, Netanyahu adds.

The prime minister is currently convening security consultations in the Defense Ministry headquarters in Tel Aviv, attended by Defense Minister Moshe Ya’alon, IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz and Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen.

— Raphael Ahren