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Israel says the war will continue as long as necessary

Feb 7, 2026 February 7, 2026 2 min read 📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

Israel's military campaign against Islamic Jihad continues following a missile attack that killed one Israeli and injured ten. Netanyahu has vowed to keep the offensive going, resulting in significant casualties on both sides, including women and children. This escalation marks the worst violence between Israel and Palestinian militants in recent months.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The escalation of violence between Israel and Islamic Jihad signifies a critical moment in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with potential repercussions for regional stability.

👥 Key Players

Benjamin Netanyahu MENTIONED
Prime Minister of Israel
"Netanyahu's leadership and military decisions significantly influence Israel's security policies and its approach to conflicts with Palestinian groups."
Yoav Gallant MENTIONED
Defense Minister of Israel
"Gallant's role is crucial in shaping Israel's military response and defense strategies against perceived threats from groups like Islamic Jihad."
Islamic Jihad MENTIONED
Palestinian militant group
"As a key player in the ongoing conflict with Israel, Islamic Jihad's actions directly impact regional stability and Israeli security."

📰 What Happened

Israel has intensified its military campaign against the Palestinian Islamic Jihad following a missile attack that resulted in casualties. Netanyahu has vowed to continue the offensive until security is restored, leading to significant casualties on both sides.

  • One Israeli was killed and ten injured in a missile attack from Islamic Jihad.
  • Israeli airstrikes have resulted in the deaths of 25 individuals, including militants and civilians.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: Iran supports groups like Islamic Jihad, and the conflict may affect Iran's regional influence and its relations with Palestinian factions.
🌍 Regional: The ongoing violence could destabilize the region further, affecting neighboring countries and potentially drawing in other regional powers.
🌐 International: The conflict has implications for international diplomacy in the Middle East, particularly regarding U.S. and European relations with Israel and Arab states.

📚 Background

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict has a long history marked by cycles of violence, territorial disputes, and failed peace efforts. Islamic Jihad is one of several militant groups opposing Israel's existence.

Israeli-Palestinian conflict Regional security dynamics in the Middle East
📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 70%
The article reflects the Israeli government's perspective and may emphasize security concerns while downplaying Palestinian casualties.

Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister, and Yoav Gallant, Israel's Defense Minister, announced after assessing the situation of the Islamic Jihad's missile attack on the Israeli city of "Rehovot," which resulted in one death and ten injuries, that "this campaign will continue as long as necessary." According to the Jerusalem Post, they also ordered security forces to "continue to impose heavy costs on them due to the Islamic Jihad's violation of the rights of Israeli citizens." An Israeli army spokesperson stated that the Israeli Air Force targeted Islamic Jihad positions in the central Gaza Strip. Palestinian media reported that several people were injured following the attacks in the "Nuseirat refugee camp." Following these attacks and the Islamic Jihad's rocket response to Israeli cities, Benjamin Netanyahu stated, "Our military campaign is not over yet." He added, "We tell the terrorists and those who sent them that we see you everywhere and you cannot hide." Continued Israeli airstrikes on Gaza on Thursday resulted in the death of the fourth commander of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad. According to the Associated Press, the death toll from recent Israeli airstrikes has reached 25, including several women and children. This has been the worst conflict between Israel and Palestinian militants in Gaza in recent months. The Israeli army conducted attacks against Islamic Jihad early Thursday, stating that one of the senior commanders of the group's rocket force, named Ali Ghali, was killed when a bomb struck his apartment. Palestinian media reported that the target of these attacks was a building in a Qatari residential complex in southern Gaza. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinians in Gaza continues; the fourth commander of Islamic Jihad has been killed. Israel and the "Islamic Jihad" have not agreed to a ceasefire; an Israeli army spokesperson stated: "The terrorists were destabilizing the region." Israel's renewed attack on Gaza was accompanied by rocket attack sirens heard in Tel Aviv. Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel is prepared to fight Iran on multiple fronts if necessary. Three senior Islamic Jihad officials and ten civilians were killed in Israeli airstrikes on Gaza.

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