Netanyahu and Katz threaten response to Hamas over kites

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz said they would threaten a military response to Hamas after kites landed in southern Israel. The officials linked the warning to the kite incidents and signaled potential action by Israel.

WHO: Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel Katz

WHAT: Netanyahu and Katz issued a threat of a military response to Hamas over kites landing in southern Israel

WHEN: Reported Aug 23, 2026 at 8:39 PM ET

WHERE: Southern Israel

WHY: The warning was triggered by kites landing in southern Israel.

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