Netanyahu Vows Doubling Response to Any Attack from Iran or Its Allies
August 5, 2024, 2:02 pm

Benjamin Netanyahu Prime Minister of Israel

Netanyahu Vows Doubling Response to Any Attack from Iran or Its Allies

Amid escalating regional tensions, Israel emphasizes its readiness to respond forcefully to any hostile moves, asserting its capability to reach any necessary location.

Israel has declared a firm stance towards Iran and Hezbollah, promising a strong response if attacked in retaliation for the killing of Ismail Haniyeh, the head of Hamas' political bureau in Iran, and the attack that killed Fuad Shukr, a Hezbollah leader, in the southern suburbs.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel would confront any threats with a strong and doubled response, affirming the country's readiness to counter any attempts to breach its sovereignty. Netanyahu indicated that Israeli forces are capable of reaching any required site, whether in Gaza, Yemen, or Beirut.

He also emphasized the importance of controlling the Philadelphi Corridor in Gaza, pledging to track Hamas leaders everywhere. During the weekly cabinet meeting, Netanyahu described the conflict with the "Iranian axis of evil" as a multi-front war, highlighting the powerful strikes Israel has delivered to Iran's proxies.

Netanyahu added that Israel is prepared for any scenario, whether defensive or offensive, and will impose a heavy price for any aggressive action. In related remarks, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Galant threatened a strong response if Israel is attacked, stressing the importance of being ready to swiftly transition from defense to offense.

Galant affirmed the readiness of Israeli forces both defensively and offensively, noting that the enemy would pay a heavy price if they attacked Israel. Regional tensions have intensified following the assassination of Haniyeh and the killing of Shukr, with Iran and Hamas holding Israel responsible and vowing revenge, while Israel has not officially announced its position.

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BENEFIT, the Kingdom’s innovator and leading company in Fintech and electronic financial transactions service, has sponsored the BuildHer CityHack 2025 Hackathon, a two-day event spearheaded by the College of Engineering and Technology at the Royal University for Women (RUW).
Aimed at secondary school students, the event brought together a distinguished group of academic professionals and technology experts to mentor and inspire young participants.
More than 100 high school students from across the Kingdom of Bahrain took part in the hackathon, which featured an intensive programme of training workshops and hands-on sessions. These activities were tailored to enhance participants’ critical thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and team-building capabilities, while also encouraging the development of practical and sustainable solutions to contemporary challenges using modern technological tools.
BENEFIT’s Chief Executive Mr. Abdulwahed AlJanahi, commented: “Our support for this educational hackathon reflects our long-term strategic vision to nurture the talents of emerging national youth and empower the next generation of accomplished female leaders in technology. By fostering creativity and innovation, we aim to contribute meaningfully to Bahrain’s comprehensive development goals and align with the aspirations outlined in the Kingdom’s Vision 2030—an ambition in which BENEFIT plays a central role.”
Professor Riyadh Yousif Hamzah, President of the Royal University for Women, commented: “This initiative reflects our commitment to advancing women in STEM fields. We're cultivating a generation of creative, solution-driven female leaders who will drive national development. Our partnership with BENEFIT exemplifies the powerful synergy between academia and private sector in supporting educational innovation.”
Hanan Abdulla Hasan, Senior Manager, PR & Communication at BENEFIT, said: “We are honoured to collaborate with RUW in supporting this remarkable technology-focused event. It highlights our commitment to social responsibility, and our ongoing efforts to enhance the digital and innovation capabilities of young Bahraini women and foster their ability to harness technological tools in the service of a smarter, more sustainable future.”
For his part, Dr. Humam ElAgha, Acting Dean of the College of Engineering and Technology at the University, said: “BuildHer CityHack 2025 embodies our hands-on approach to education. By tackling real-world problems through creative thinking and sustainable solutions, we're preparing women to thrive in the knowledge economy – a cornerstone of the University's vision.”