Netanyahu to Macron: “Shame on you for calling for arms embargo on Israel”

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a strong rebuke to French President Emmanuel Macron and other leaders advocating for an arms embargo on Israel, declaring, “Shame on them.”

In a brief video shared on X, Netanyahu asserted Israel’s determination to prevail in its conflict with Hezbollah, Iran, Hamas, and other adversaries, with or without external support.

In his message, Netanyahu emphasised the multifaceted nature of the conflict, stating, “Today, Israel is defending itself on seven fronts against the enemies of civilization.”

He detailed the ongoing battles in Gaza against Hamas, whom he labeled as “savages” responsible for the brutal attacks on October 7, as well as confrontations in Lebanon against Hezbollah, which he described as “the most heavily armed terrorist organization in the world.”

He continued to outline the threats posed by various groups, including the Houthis in Yemen and Shiite militias in Iraq and Syria, who are launching drones and missiles against Israel.

Netanyahu further condemned the terrorism occurring in Judea and Samaria, highlighting attempts to target civilians in Israeli cities, and he pointed to Iran’s recent missile attacks on Israel.

He criticised the calls for an arms embargo, questioning, “Is Iran imposing an arms embargo on Hezbollah, Houthis, and Hamas and its other proxies? Of course not. The axes of terrorists stand together.”

He described the calls for an embargo as a disgrace, asserting, “Let me tell you this: Israel will win with or without their support, but their shame will continue long after the war is won.”

Netanyahu added with a resolute message about Israel’s mission, stating that the nation is defending itself against “Hezbollahism” and fighting for the security and peace of the entire world.

“Rest assured, Israel will fight until the battle is won, for our sake and for the sake of peace and security of the entire world,” he declared.