Israel Warns Hezbollah Chief of 'Heavy Price' for Passover Attacks

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz issued a stern warning to Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem, stating he would pay an 'extraordinarily heavy price' for escalating attacks during Jewish holidays, specifically mentioning Passover attacks.

2 Apr, 13:34 — 2 Apr, 17:02

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This story is significant as it indicates heightened tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, particularly during a sensitive religious holiday. Such warnings often precede military actions or significant escalations, impacting regional stability and civilian safety.

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Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a warning to Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem
The warning concerned Hezbollah's escalation of attacks during Jewish holidays, specifically Passover
Katz stated that Qassem and his associates would pay a "very heavy price" for these actions

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Israeli Defense Minister is Israel Katz

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Hezbollah chief is Naim Qassem

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The warning was issued on Thursday

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Katz delivered the warning in a video message

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Katz's specific quote, "You won't live to see Israel’s full response to Passover attacks," delivered in a video message

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jerusalem-postcenter-rightcenter-righturgentMostly FactualHighlights Israeli official's strong warning

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The coverage is largely aligned, focusing on the Israeli minister's strong warning, reflecting a center-right lean by emphasizing the Israeli perspective and threat of retaliation.

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jerusalem-postMostly Factual148d ago

Katz to Hezbollah chief Qassem: You won't live to see Israel’s full response to Passover attacks

"You and your friends will pay a very heavy price for the increased shooting at Israeli citizens while they are sitting down to celebrate the Seder Night,” Katz told Qassem in a video message.

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vanguard-ngMixed148d ago

Israel says Hezbollah chief to pay ‘heavy price’ for Jewish holiday attacks

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz on Thursday warned that Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem would pay an "extraordinarily heavy price" for escalating attacks during the ongoing Jewish holidays. The post Israel says Hezbollah chief to pay ‘heavy price’ for Jewish holiday attacks appeared first on Vanguard News.

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naharnetMixed148d ago

Israel says Hezbollah chief to pay 'heavy price' for Jewish holiday attacks - naharnet.com

Israel says Hezbollah chief to pay 'heavy price' for Jewish holiday attacks naharnet.com

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First report: vanguard-ng · 2 Apr, 13:34|Full coverage: 5 · 3h|Window: 3h

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vanguard-ng2 Apr, 13:34First to report

Israel says Hezbollah chief to pay ‘heavy price’ for Jewish holiday attacks

naharnet2 Apr, 13:56

Israel says Hezbollah chief to pay 'heavy price' for Jewish holiday attacks - naharnet.com

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Izraelio ministras: „Hezbollah“ vadas sumokės už išpuolius per žydų šventes

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newsbeast2 Apr, 15:55

Ισραήλ:«Δεν θα ζήσεις για να δεις τη συνέχεια»– Η ωμή απειλή Κατς στον ηγέτη της Χεζμπολάχ

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jerusalem-post2 Apr, 17:02Latest update

Katz to Hezbollah chief Qassem: You won't live to see Israel’s full response to Passover attacks

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Initial WarningApril 2nd afternoon

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz issues a direct threat to Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem regarding attacks during Jewish holidays.

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Israel Warns Hezbollah Chief of 'Heavy Price' for Passover Attacks

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Katz to Hezbollah chief Qassem: You won't live to see Israel’s full response to Passover attacks

Israel says Hezbollah chief to pay ‘heavy price’ for Jewish holiday attacks

Israel says Hezbollah chief to pay 'heavy price' for Jewish holiday attacks - naharnet.com

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Israel says Hezbollah chief to pay ‘heavy price’ for Jewish holiday attacks

Israel says Hezbollah chief to pay 'heavy price' for Jewish holiday attacks - naharnet.com

Izraelio ministras: „Hezbollah“ vadas sumokės už išpuolius per žydų šventes

Ισραήλ:«Δεν θα ζήσεις για να δεις τη συνέχεια»– Η ωμή απειλή Κατς στον ηγέτη της Χεζμπολάχ

Katz to Hezbollah chief Qassem: You won't live to see Israel’s full response to Passover attacks

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