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Netanyahu Vows to Pursue October 7 Attackers

Netanyahu Vows to Pursue October 7 Attackers
‘We’ll settle score with everyone involved in Oct. 7 attack,’ says Netanyahu at memorial · wionews.com

Israel held a ceremony to remember people killed in the October 7, 2023 attacks and in the years since.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would keep pursuing people involved in the attacks and hostage-taking.

He said Israel would continue striking Hezbollah in Lebanon but also seek a chance for peace with Lebanon.

He said Israel would not let Iran threaten the country.

Netanyahu also said Hamas would not govern Gaza.

President Isaac Herzog spoke about remembering the dead and supporting bereaved families.

Israel’s military chief, Eyal Zamir, said the October 7 massacre must be fully investigated.

He said the lessons should be put into practice so people can live securely.

Key facts

Attack date
October 7, 2023
Commemoration
The ceremony marked three years since the attacks.
Israel's stated pursuit
Netanyahu said Israel would pursue those involved in the attacks and hostage-taking.
Gaza
Netanyahu said Hamas would not rule the Gaza Strip.
Lebanon
Netanyahu said Israel would continue striking Hezbollah and seek a chance for peace with Lebanon.
Iran
Netanyahu said Israel would not allow Iran to threaten Israel's existence and described strikes on Iranian missile stores and nuclear-program targets.
Investigation
Eyal Zamir said it was Israel's duty to investigate the October 7 massacre and implement lessons learned.

Quotes

Benjamin Netanyahu

Israel’s prime minister, speaking at the state memorial ceremony.

“It is our duty to investigate and ensure that the lessons are implemented so that we may be more worthy of the trust the people have placed in us.”
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“Everyone who was involved in the attack against us, everyone who held our hostages, is living on borrowed time.”
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