Following the launch of drones from Hezbollah towards northern Israel, far-right ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben-Gvir opted to issue statements via social media rather than actively engaging in a response through the security cabinet. Despite both holding positions within the political-security cabinet, they limited their reaction to calls for retaliation against the Dahieh neighborhood in Lebanon via Twitter. This response has drawn criticism, with observers noting the expectation of more substantial action from key decision-makers during a security event. The lack of immediate, concrete action from the ministers has raised questions about their priorities and approach to national security challenges. No official statement has been released explaining their choice to address the situation through social media. The incident highlights potential divisions within the Israeli government regarding the appropriate response to escalating tensions in the north.
