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Netanyahu: Iran Threat Remains, Objectives Must Be Met

4/9/2026

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke 18 hours after a cease-fire with Iran began.
He described the situation as unfinished business and said Iran's threat is reduced but remains.
He said the objectives must be completed, whether by negotiation or renewed conflict.
The remarks followed the deadliest day in Lebanon since fighting resumed with Hezbollah.
Meanwhile, life in Israel began returning to normal as schools reopened and the airport resumed operations.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke 18 hours after a cease-fire with Iran began.
He described the situation as unfinished business and said Iran's threat is reduced but remains.
He said the objectives must be completed, whether by negotiation or renewed conflict.
The remarks followed the deadliest day in Lebanon since fighting resumed with Hezbollah.
Meanwhile, life in Israel began returning to normal as schools reopened and the airport resumed operations.