Netanyahu Promises to 'Change the Middle East'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that the fight against Hamas will be so decisive that it will change the Middle East, The Times of Israel reported on Monday.

"We will do everything to help you. I ask you to be strong, as we are going to change the Middle East," Netanyahu told politicians from southern Israel.

He emphasized that Hamas will be held accountable for what Israeli citizens have had to endure under its attacks. According to the Israeli Prime Minister, the battle has just begun.

On October 7, rocket strikes were launched from the Gaza Strip into southern and central Israel. Dozens of Palestinian militants entered Israeli territory from Gaza. In response, the Israel Defense Forces announced the launch of Operation 'Iron Swords'. Israeli authorities have officially declared that the country is in a state of war.

Hundreds of people have been killed and thousands injured on both sides.