BREAKING: “There Are Still Missiles We Need To Address, Or Rather Rockets That They Still Have – Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated that Israel’s ongoing security concerns remain central to any future agreement process, emphasizing that military threats from armed groups are still being actively assessed as part of broader diplomatic and defense planning.

In a recent YouTube statement, Netanyahu highlighted that despite ongoing discussions around stabilization and peace efforts, several security challenges have not yet been resolved. He pointed specifically to the continued presence of rocket capabilities held by hostile actors, stating that these remain a key issue for Israel’s defense strategy and long-term regional stability.

“There are still missiles we need to address, or rather rockets that they still have. We will also need to deal with that as part of the same progress toward a security agreement and a continuous peace agreement,” he said in the recorded remarks [00:02:10].

The Israeli leader’s comments underline the government’s position that any diplomatic progress must be accompanied by concrete security guarantees. According to his statement, Israel views the remaining rocket threat as incompatible with a complete and lasting peace arrangement unless it is fully addressed within any negotiated framework.

Netanyahu framed the situation as part of a broader process rather than an isolated military concern, suggesting that security operations and diplomatic negotiations are interconnected. His remarks indicate that Israel’s approach combines both strategic defense actions and ongoing international discussions aimed at achieving longer-term stability in the region.

The statement comes amid continuing tensions in the region, where security incidents and cross-border threats have remained a persistent concern for Israeli authorities. Officials have repeatedly emphasized that preventing future attacks and neutralizing armed capabilities of hostile groups are essential prerequisites for any durable peace agreement.

While no specific timeline or operational details were provided in the statement, the emphasis on “continuous peace agreement” suggests an ongoing effort to align military objectives with diplomatic initiatives. Netanyahu’s comments reflect a consistent policy stance that security risks must be resolved in parallel with political negotiations to ensure lasting regional peace and prevent future escalations.