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MON · 2026-03-23 · 20:47 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0323-31557
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Moment missile strikes shortly after Israeli president’s visit

On March 23, 2026, Israeli President Isaac Herzog was in Kiryat Shmona, a northern Israeli town, when a missile struck nearby. The incident occurred shortly after Herzog held a press conference.

Al JazeeraFiled 2026-03-23 · 20:47 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
Moment missile strikes shortly after Israeli president’s visit
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On March 23, 2026, Israeli President Isaac Herzog was in Kiryat Shmona, a northern Israeli town, when a missile struck nearby. The incident occurred shortly after Herzog held a press conference. During the press conference, Herzog stated that Israel could not return to the previous year's ceasefire agreement. He also emphasized the need for Israel to secure "strategic depth inside Lebanon." The missile strike forced President Herzog to take cover. The event highlights the ongoing tensions in the region.

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Israel must secure “strategic depth inside Lebanon.”

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Israel cannot return to last year’s ceasefire.

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The missile struck shortly after Herzog gave a press conference in Kiryat Shmona.

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Israeli President Isaac Herzog was forced to take cover as a missile struck nearby.

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NewsFeedIsraeli President Isaac Herzog was forced to take cover as a missile struck nearby shortly after he gave a press conference in the northern Israeli town of Kiryat Shmona. During the speech, Herzog aid Israel cannot return to last year’s ceasefire and must secure “strategic depth inside Lebanon.”Published On 23 Mar 2026
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